Charges Filed in Domestic Related Homicide
NAPERVILLE–According to a press release sent on Monday afternoon, a Naperville man has been charged with murder in Saturday morning's stabbing on Saddlebrook Drive.
On Sunday, July 7, 2024, Naperville Investigators secured an arrest warrant for two counts of First Degree Murder (Class X Felonies ) on Zokir S. Kudratov, 55 (d.o.b. 06/17/1969 ) of the 2500 block of Saddlebrook Drive, Naperville.
It is alleged that on the morning of July 6, 2024, Zokir Kudratov was at his home on Saddlebrook Drive when an argument ensued between he and his ex-wife who resided at the same home but on a different floor. During the argument, it is alleged that Zokir Kudratov stabbed his ex-wife numerous times with a knife he had on his person. Naperville Police and Naperville Fire personnel arrived on scene a short time after the stabbing occurred. The victim was transported to a local hospital where she was pronounced deceased by hospital staff at 1:49 p.m.
After conducting a preliminary investigation Naperville Police Officers arrested Mr. Kudratov. He was held at the Naperville Police Department pending further investigation. Mr. Kudratov was transported to the Will County Jail after being charged and is scheduled to appear at a detention hearing on Wednesday July 10, 2024.
“First and foremost, the entire Naperville Police Department sends our sincere condolences to the victim's family," said Naperville Police Chief Arres. “To say these incidents are some of the most challenging and heartbreaking in policing is an understatement. I commend our officers and investigators for their professionalism and diligence throughout this tragic situation. Thank you as well to the Will County State’s Attorney’s Office for their assistance and guidance during this incident.”
SOURCE: Naperville Police Department
The Naperville Police wish to remind the public and the news media that a charge is merely an accusation, and a defendant is presumed innocent unless proven guilty.
