IL - Julie Ann Hanson, 15, fatally stabbed, Naperville, July 1972 *ARREST in 2021*

[Niner]

Event Date Docket Entry
03/15/2022 Order

03/15/2022 CF - Minute Entry
People present by CHRISTOPHER R. KOCH, JIM LONG and MIKE
FITZGERALD. Defendant present in custody of Will County Sheriff
and by Attorney, TERRY EKL. Matter comes on Court's decision on
defendant's motion to suppress defendant's statements during
interrogation prior to receiving miranda rights. Court
indicates he will render his decision after hearing on other
motion. People make an oral motion to bar the release of police
reports and other discovery. Defense joins said motion. Motion
granted. Order entered that all discovery material in this case
may not be released by the Naperville Police Department or any
other investigative agency to a non-litigant party until
further order of court. Matter is continued for hearing on
defendant's motion to suppress defendant's statements during
conversation with his wife. No speedy trial demand made.
Defendant remanded.


Future Court Events
Date Time Room Event
05/04/2022 1:30 pm 405 Hearing

Previous Court Events
03/15/2022 11:00 am 405 Decision

link: https://ipublic.il12th.org/Schedule.php

 

[CoreyRocks]

Thanks Niner for updates. I have friends that live in Naperville.

 

[Niner]

Wednesday, May 4th:
*Motions Hearing (@ 1:30pm CT) - IL – Julie Ann Hanson (15) (missing July 7, 1972 riding her bike to bro’s bb game, reported missing July 8, 1972, found later that day in cornfield near 87th Str. & Modaff Rd, about 2 miles from her home, Naperville) - *Barry Lee Whelpley (27 @ time of crime/76) arrested (6/2/21), re-charged, indicted & arraigned (6/24/21) with 2 counts of murder/intent to kill/injure, 1 count of murder/strong prob. Kill/injure & 1 count of murder/other forcible felony. Plead not guilty. $10M bond. Extradited on 6/9/21 from MN to IL.
DNA match; genetic genealogy analysis by Identifinders Intl, LLC.
Court info from 6/2/21 to 1/4/22 reference post #40 here:
IL - Julie Ann Hanson, 15, fatally stabbed, Naperville, July 1972 *ARREST in 2021*
2/9/22 Update: Hearing held. Present: Tricia McKenna, Jim Long, Michael Fitzgerald, Mark Shlifka & Chris Koch. Defendant present in custody of Will County Sheriff & by attorneys Terry Ekl & Tracy Stanker. Hearing on defendant's motion to suppress defendant's statements during interrogation prior to receiving Miranda rights. Defendant is unshackled. Parties stipulate to videos previously tendered to court. Witness sworn; testimony heard. Proofs closed. Closing arguments heard. Matter is continued for decision. Defendant remanded. Next decision hearing on 3/15/22.
3/15/22 Update: People present by Christopher R. Koch, Jim Long & Mike Fitzgerald. Defendant present in custody of Will County Sheriff & by attorney Terry Elk. Matter comes on Court's decision on defendant's motion to suppress defendant's statements during interrogation prior to receiving Miranda rights. Court indicates he will render his decision after hearing on other motion. People make an oral motion to bar the release of police reports & other discovery. Defense joins said motion. Motion granted. Order entered that all discovery material in this case may not be released by the Naperville Police Dept. or any other investigative agency to a non-litigant party until further order of court. Matter is continued for hearing on defendant's motion to suppress defendant's statements during conversation with his wife. No speedy trial demand made. Defendant remanded. Next motions hearing on 5/4/22.

 

[Niner]

Docket:
Event Date Docket Entry
05/04/2022 Sheriff Fee Bill Filed

05/04/2022 Motion to Bar Release of Documents or Materials in Pending Criminal
Case
05/04/2022 CF - Minute Entry
People present by CHRISTOPHER R. KOCH, MICHAEL J. FITZGERALD,
and JIM LONG. Defendant present in custody of Will County
Sheriff and by Attorneys, TERRY EKL and TRACY STANKER. Matter
comes on for hearing on defendant's motion to suppress
defendant's conversation with his wife. Witnesses sworn;
testimony heard. Hearing held and concluded. State files motion
to bar release of documents of materials in pending criminal
case; motion previously granted. Matter is continued for
decision on both defendant's motions to suppress. Defendant
remanded.



Future Court Events
Date Time Room Event
05/17/2022 1:30 pm 405 Decision
Previous Court Events

link: iPublic

 

[Niner]

Docket update:

Docket Entry
Event Date Desc.
05/09/2022 Supplemental Physical Evidence

05/04/2022 Sheriff Fee Bill Filed

05/04/2022 Motion to Bar Release of Documents or Materials in Pending Criminal Case

link: iPublic

 

[Niner]

Tuesday, May 17th:
*Decision Hearing (@ 1:30pm CT) - IL – Julie Ann Hanson (15) (missing July 7, 1972 riding her bike to bro’s bb game, reported missing July 8, 1972, found later that day in cornfield near 87th Str. & Modaff Rd, about 2 miles from her home, Naperville) - *Barry Lee Whelpley (27 @ time of crime/76) arrested (6/2/21), re-charged, indicted & arraigned (6/24/21) with 2 counts of murder/intent to kill/injure, 1 count of murder/strong prob. Kill/injure & 1 count of murder/other forcible felony. Plead not guilty. $10M bond. Extradited on 6/9/21 from MN to IL.
DNA match; genetic genealogy analysis by Identifinders Intl, LLC.
Court info from 6/2/21 to 1/4/22 reference post #40 here:
https://www.websleuths.com/forums/t...rville-july-1972-arrest-in-2021.572817/page-2
2/9/22 Update: Hearing held. Present: Tricia McKenna, Jim Long, Michael Fitzgerald, Mark Shlifka & Chris Koch. Defendant present in custody of Will County Sheriff & by attorneys Terry Ekl & Tracy Stanker. Hearing on defendant's motion to suppress defendant's statements during interrogation prior to receiving Miranda rights. Defendant is unshackled. Parties stipulate to videos previously tendered to court. Witness sworn; testimony heard. Proofs closed. Closing arguments heard. Matter is continued for decision. Defendant remanded. Next decision hearing on 3/15/22.
3/15/22 Update: People present by Christopher R. Koch, Jim Long & Mike Fitzgerald. Defendant present in custody of Will County Sheriff & by attorney Terry Elk. Matter comes on Court's decision on defendant's motion to suppress defendant's statements during interrogation prior to receiving Miranda rights. Court indicates he will render his decision after hearing on other motion. People make an oral motion to bar the release of police reports & other discovery. Defense joins said motion. Motion granted. Order entered that all discovery material in this case may not be released by the Naperville Police Dept. or any other investigative agency to a non-litigant party until further order of court. Matter is continued for hearing on defendant's motion to suppress defendant's statements during conversation with his wife. No speedy trial demand made. Defendant remanded. Next motions hearing on 5/4/22.
5/3/22 Update; Supplemental list of witnesses & supplemental physical evidence. 5/4/22 Update: People present: Christopher R. Koch, Michael J. Fitzgerald & Jim Long. Defendant present in custody of Will County Sheriff & by Attorneys Terry Ekl & Tracy Stanker. Matter comes on for hearing on defendant's motion to suppress defendant's conversation with his wife. Witnesses sworn; testimony heard. Hearing held & concluded. State files motion to bar release of documents of materials in pending criminal case; motion previously granted. Matter is continued for decision on both defendant's motions to suppress. Defendant remanded. Next decision hearing on 5/17/22. 5/9/22: Motion to bar release of documents of materials in pending criminal case. Supplemental physical evidence.

 

[Niner]

Event Date Docket Entry
05/17/2022 Sheriff Fee Bill Filed

05/17/2022 CF - Continue Generally
People present by CHRISTOPHER R. KOCH. Defendant appears in custody
of the Will County Sheriff and by Attorney, TERRY A. EKL. Defendant
is uncuffed and unshackled. Matter comes on for decision as to
defendant's motion to suppress. State to provide additional
information as to when search warrant was executed and concluded.
Matter is continued for decision as to motion to suppress. Matter
is also continued for hearing on any pending motions. Speedy
tolled. Defendant remanded.

05/17/2022 Sheriff Fee Bill Filed

05/17/2022 Copies & Cert. Copies

Future Court Events
Date Time Room Event
05/25/2022 1:30 pm 405 Decision

link: iPublic

 

[Niner]

Wednesday, May 25th:
*Decision Hearing (@ 1:30pm CT) - IL – Julie Ann Hanson (15) (missing July 7, 1972 riding her bike to bro’s bb game, reported missing July 8, 1972, found later that day in cornfield near 87th Str. & Modaff Rd, about 2 miles from her home, Naperville) - *Barry Lee Whelpley (27 @ time of crime/76) arrested (6/2/21), re-charged, indicted & arraigned (6/24/21) with 2 counts of murder/intent to kill/injure, 1 count of murder/strong prob. Kill/injure & 1 count of murder/other forcible felony. Plead not guilty. $10M bond. Extradited on 6/9/21 from MN to IL.
DNA match; genetic genealogy analysis by Identifinders Intl, LLC.
Court info from 6/2/21 to 5/3/22 reference post #46 here:
https://www.websleuths.com/forums/t...rville-july-1972-arrest-in-2021.572817/page-3
5/4/22 Update: People present: Christopher R. Koch, Michael J. Fitzgerald & Jim Long. Defendant present in custody of Will County Sheriff & by Attorneys Terry Ekl & Tracy Stanker. Matter comes on for hearing on defendant's motion to suppress defendant's conversation with his wife. Witnesses sworn; testimony heard. Hearing held & concluded. State files motion to bar release of documents of materials in pending criminal case; motion previously granted. Matter is continued for decision on both defendants’ motions to suppress. Defendant remanded. Next decision hearing on 5/17/22. 5/9/22: Motion to bar release of documents of materials in pending criminal case. Supplemental physical evidence.
5/17/22 Update: People present: Christopher Koch, defendant appears in custody of Will County Sheriff & by attorney Terry Ekl. Defendant is uncuffed & unshackled. Matter comes on for decision as to defendant's motion to suppress. State to provide additional information as to when search warrant was executed & concluded. Matter is continued for decision as to motion to suppress. Matter is also continued for hearing on any pending motions. Speedy tolled. Defendant remanded. Next decision hearing on 5/25/22.

 

[Niner]

vent Date Docket Entry
05/25/2022 CF - Continue Generally
People present by CHRISTOPHER R. KOCH, TRISHA MCKENNA, MICHAEL
FITZGERALD and JAMES LONG. Defendant appears in custody of the Will
County Sheriff and by Attorneys, TERRY A. EKL and TRACY STANKER.
Matter comes on defendant's Motion to Suppress. State's witness is
sworn and testimony heard. Motion to Suppress Defendant's
Statements During Interrogation Prior to Receiving Miranda Warnings
is granted in part. Motion to Suppress Defendant's Statements
During Conversation with his Wife is granted. Motion to Suppress
Defendant's Statements after Invoking his Right to Counsel is
granted in part. State files a Motion for the Taking of an Evidence
Deposition. Motion is granted. Matter is continued for status of
the evidence deposition. Speedy tolled. Defendant remanded.

05/25/2022 Motion for the Taking of an Evidence Deposition

05/25/2022 Sheriff Fee Bill Filed


Future Court Events
Date Time Room Event
06/16/2022 9:30 am 405 Status

link: iPublic

 

[MeadowMuffin]

vent Date Docket Entry
05/25/2022 CF - Continue Generally
People present by CHRISTOPHER R. KOCH, TRISHA MCKENNA, MICHAEL
FITZGERALD and JAMES LONG. Defendant appears in custody of the Will
County Sheriff and by Attorneys, TERRY A. EKL and TRACY STANKER.
Matter comes on defendant's Motion to Suppress. State's witness is
sworn and testimony heard. Motion to Suppress Defendant's
Statements During Interrogation Prior to Receiving Miranda Warnings
is granted in part. Motion to Suppress Defendant's Statements
During Conversation with his Wife is granted. Motion to Suppress
Defendant's Statements after Invoking his Right to Counsel is
granted in part. State files a Motion for the Taking of an Evidence
Deposition. Motion is granted. Matter is continued for status of
the evidence deposition. Speedy tolled. Defendant remanded.

05/25/2022 Motion for the Taking of an Evidence Deposition

05/25/2022 Sheriff Fee Bill Filed


Future Court Events
Date Time Room Event
06/16/2022 9:30 am 405 Status

link: iPublic

Not great news on the state's part. Disappointing.

 

[Niner]

Thursday, June 16th:
*Status Hearing (@ 9:30am CT) - IL – Julie Ann Hanson (15) (missing July 7, 1972 riding her bike to bro’s bb game, reported missing July 8, 1972, found later that day in cornfield near 87th Str. & Modaff Rd, about 2 miles from her home, Naperville) - *Barry Lee Whelpley (27 @ time of crime/76/now 77) arrested (6/2/21), re-charged, indicted & arraigned (6/24/21) with 2 counts of murder/intent to kill/injure, 1 count of murder/strong prob. kill/injure & 1 count of murder/other forcible felony. Plead not guilty. $10M bond. Extradited on 6/9/21 from MN to IL.
DNA match; genetic genealogy analysis by Identifinders Intl, LLC.
Court info from 6/2/21 to 5/9/22 reference post #48 here:
https://www.websleuths.com/forums/t...rville-july-1972-arrest-in-2021.572817/page-3
5/17/22 Update: People present: Christopher Koch, defendant appears in custody of Will County Sheriff & by attorney Terry Ekl. Defendant is uncuffed & unshackled. Matter comes on for decision as to defendant's motion to suppress. State to provide additional information as to when search warrant was executed & concluded. Matter is continued for decision as to motion to suppress. Matter is also continued for hearing on any pending motions. Speedy tolled. Defendant remanded. Next decision hearing on 5/25/22.
5/25/22 Update: Motion for taking an evidence deposition. People present by Christopher R. Koch, Trisha McKenna, Michael Fitzgerlad & James Long. Defendant appears in custody of the Will County Sheriff & by Attorneys Terry A. Ekl & Tracy Stanker. Matter comes on defendant's Motion to Suppress. State's witness is sworn & testimony heard. Motion to Suppress Defendant's statements during interrogation prior to receiving Miranda warnings is granted in part. Motion to Suppress Defendant's statements during conversation with his Wife is granted. Motion to Suppress Defendant's statements after Invoking his right to Counsel is granted in part. State files a Motion for the Taking of an Evidence Deposition. Motion is granted. Matter is continued for status of the evidence deposition. Speedy tolled. Defendant remanded. Next status hearing on 6/16/22.

 

[Niner]

Docket:
Event Date Docket Entry
06/17/2022 Order

06/17/2022 CF - Continue Generally
People present by CHRISTOPHER R. KOCH. Defendant is not present.
Matter comes on per State's request. Matter is continued for
status. No file in court.

06/15/2022 CF - Continue Pre-Trial
People present by CHRISTOPHER R. KOCH and Trisha McKenna. Defendant
appears in custody of the Will County Sheriff and by Attorney,
TERRY A. EKL. Matter comes on for motion to advance. Parties to
schedule evidence deposition. Defense to file motion to suppress.
By agreement, matter is continued for further pretrial. Case to
follow. No speedy trial demand. Defendant is remanded.

06/15/2022 Sheriff Fee Bill Filed

06/13/2022 Motion by James Long


Date Time Room Event
07/21/2022 1:30 pm 405 Status

08/17/2022 9:30 am 405 Pretrial

link: iPublic

 

[Niner]

Thursday, July 21st:
*Motion on Custody (@ 9:30am) & Status Hearing (@ 1:30pm CT) - IL – Julie Ann Hanson (15) (missing July 7, 1972 riding her bike to bro’s bb game, reported missing July 8, 1972, found later that day in cornfield near 87th Str. & Modaff Rd, about 2 miles from her home, Naperville) - *Barry Lee Whelpley (27 @ time of crime/76/now 77) arrested (6/2/21), re-charged, indicted & arraigned (6/24/21) with 2 counts of murder/intent to kill/injure, 1 count of murder/strong prob. kill/injure & 1 count of murder/other forcible felony. Plead not guilty. $10M bond. Extradited on 6/9/21 from MN to IL.
DNA match; genetic genealogy analysis by Identifinders Intl, LLC.
Court info from 6/2/21 to 5/17/22 reference post #51 here:
https://www.websleuths.com/forums/t...rville-july-1972-arrest-in-2021.572817/page-3
5/25/22 Update: Motion for taking an evidence deposition. People present by Christopher R. Koch, Trisha McKenna, Michael Fitzgerald & James Long. Defendant appears in custody of the Will County Sheriff & by Attorneys Terry A. Ekl & Tracy Stanker. Matter comes on defendant's Motion to Suppress. State's witness is sworn & testimony heard. Motion to Suppress Defendant's statements during interrogation prior to receiving Miranda warnings is granted in part. Motion to Suppress Defendant's statements during conversation with his Wife is granted. Motion to Suppress Defendant's statements after invoking his right to Counsel is granted in part. State files a Motion for the Taking of an Evidence Deposition. Motion is granted. Matter is continued for status of the evidence deposition. Speedy tolled. Defendant remanded. Next status hearing on 6/16/22.
6/13/22: Motion by James Long. 6/15/22 Update: People present: Christopher Koch & Trisha McKenna. Defendant appears in custody of Will County Sheriff & by attorney Terry A. Ekl. Matter comes on for motion to advance. Parties to schedule evidence deposition. Defense to file motion to suppress. By agreement, matter is continued for further pretrial. Case to follow. No speedy trial demand. Defendant is remanded. Next status hearing on 6/17/22.
6/17/22 Update: People present: Christopher Koch, defendant is not present. Matter comes on per State's request. Matter is continued for status. Next motion on custody hearing @ 9:30am & status hearing @ 1:30pm on 7/21/22 & pretrial hearing on 8/17/22.

 

[Niner]

Event Date Docket Entry
07/19/2022 Supplemental Physical Evidence

07/19/2022 Supplemental Notification of Reports Summarizing Witnesses

07/19/2022 Supplemental List of Witnesses


Future Court Events
Date Time Room Event
08/17/2022 9:30 am 405 Pretrial

link: iPublic

 

[Niner]

Docket update:

ocket update:
Event Date Docket Entry
07/21/2022 Sheriff Fee Bill Filed

07/21/2022 CF - Minute Entry
People present by CHRISTOPHER R. KOCH. Defendant present in
custody of Will County Sheriff and by Attorney, TERRY EKL.
Matter comes on for evidence deposition of John Ripsky by Zoom.
Defendant is unshackled. Proceedings are closed. Deposition
held and concluded. Previously set date of August 17, 2022 to
stand. Defendant remanded.


Future Court Events
Date Time Room Event
08/17/2022 9:30 am 405 Pretrial

link: iPublic

 

[Niner]

Wednesday, August 17th:
*Pretrial Hearing (@ 9:30am) - IL – Julie Ann Hanson (15) (missing July 7, 1972 riding her bike to bro’s bb game, reported missing July 8, 1972, found later that day in cornfield near 87th Str. & Modaff Rd, about 2 miles from her home, Naperville) - *Barry Lee Whelpley (27 @ time of crime/76/now 77) arrested (6/2/21), re-charged, indicted & arraigned (6/24/21) with 2 counts of murder/intent to kill/injure, 1 count of murder/strong prob. kill/injure & 1 count of murder/other forcible felony. Plead not guilty. $10M bond. Extradited on 6/9/21 from MN to IL.
DNA match; genetic genealogy analysis by Identifinders Intl, LLC.
Court info from 6/2/21 to 6/15/22 reference post #53 here:
https://www.websleuths.com/forums/t...rville-july-1972-arrest-in-2021.572817/page-3
6/17/22 Update: People present: Christopher Koch, defendant is not present. Matter comes on per State's request. Matter is continued for status. Next motion on custody hearing @ 9:30am & status hearing @ 1:30pm on 7/21/22 & pretrial hearing on 8/17/22.
7/19/21: Supplemental list of witnesses. Supplemental notification of reports summarizing witnesses. Supplemental physical evidence. 7/21/22 Update: People present by Christopher R. Koch. Defendant present in custody of Will County Sheriff & by Attorney, Terry Ekl. Matter comes on for evidence deposition of John Ripsky by Zoom. Defendant is unshackled. Proceedings are closed. Deposition held & concluded. Previously set date of 8/17/22 or pretrial hearing to stand. Defendant remanded.

 

[Niner]

Event Date Docket Entry
08/17/2022 CF - Minute Entry
People present by CHRISTOPHER R. KOCH. Defendant present in
custody of Will County Sheriff and by Attorney, TERRY EKL.
Matter comes on for pretrial and defense's motion to suppress
defendant's statements. Motion is entered and continued for
status. By agreement of the parties, matter is continued for
status on motion and further pretrial. Speedy trial demand
tolled. Defendant remanded.


Future Court Events
Date Time Room Event
09/29/2022 9:30 am 405 Status

link: iPublic

 

[Niner]

Thursday, Sept. 29th:
*Status Hearing (@ 9:30am) - IL – Julie Ann Hanson (15) (missing July 7, 1972 riding her bike to bro’s bb game, reported missing July 8, 1972, found later that day in cornfield near 87th Str. & Modaff Rd, about 2 miles from her home, Naperville) - *Barry Lee Whelpley (27 @ time of crime/76/now 77) arrested (6/2/21), re-charged, indicted & arraigned (6/24/21) with 2 counts of murder/intent to kill/injure, 1 count of murder/strong prob. kill/injure & 1 count of murder/other forcible felony. Plead not guilty. $10M bond. Extradited on 6/9/21 from MN to IL.
DNA match; genetic genealogy analysis by Identifinders Intl, LLC.
Court info from 6/2/21 to 7/19/22 reference post #56 here:
https://www.websleuths.com/forums/t...rville-july-1972-arrest-in-2021.572817/page-3
7/21/22 Update: People present by Christopher R. Koch. Defendant present in custody of Will County Sheriff & by Attorney, Terry Ekl. Matter comes on for evidence deposition of John Ripsky by Zoom. Defendant is unshackled. Proceedings are closed. Deposition held & concluded. Previously set date of 8/17/22 or pretrial hearing to stand. Defendant remanded.
8/17/22 Update: People present by Christopher R. Koch. Defendant present in custody of Will County Sheriff & by Attorney Terry Ekl. Matter comes on for pretrial & defense's motion to suppress defendant's statements. Motion is entered & continued for status. By agreement of the parties, matter is continued for status on motion & further pretrial. Speedy trial demand tolled. Defendant remanded. Next status hearing on 9/29/22.

 

[Niner]

Event Date Docket Entry
09/29/2022 Minute Entry
People present by CHRISTOPHER R. KOCH, MICHAEL FITZGERALD and
TRISH MCKENNA. Defendant present in custody of Will County
Sheriff and by Attorney, TERRY EKL. Matter comes on for status.
On Defense motion, matter is continued for discovery status and
status on filing of any motions. Speedy trial demand tolled.
Defendant remanded. Case to follow.


Future Court Events
Date Time Room Event
11/16/2022 9:30 am 405 Status

link: iPublic

 

[Niner]

Wednesday, November 16th:
*Status Hearing (@ 9:30am) - IL – Julie Ann Hanson (15) (missing July 7, 1972 riding her bike to bro’s bb game, reported missing July 8, 1972, found later that day in cornfield near 87th Str. & Modaff Rd, about 2 miles from her home, Naperville) - *Barry Lee Whelpley (27 @ time of crime/76/now 77) arrested (6/2/21), re-charged, indicted & arraigned (6/24/21) with 2 counts of murder/intent to kill/injure, 1 count of murder/strong prob. kill/injure & 1 count of murder/other forcible felony. Plead not guilty. $10M bond. Extradited on 6/9/21 from MN to IL.
DNA match; genetic genealogy analysis by Identifinders Intl, LLC.
Court info from 6/2/21 to 7/21/22 reference post #58 here:
https://www.websleuths.com/forums/t...rville-july-1972-arrest-in-2021.572817/page-3
8/17/22 Update: People present by Christopher R. Koch. Defendant present in custody of Will County Sheriff & by Attorney Terry Ekl. Matter comes on for pretrial & defense's motion to suppress defendant's statements. Motion is entered & continued for status. By agreement of the parties, matter is continued for status on motion & further pretrial. Speedy trial demand tolled. Defendant remanded. Next status hearing on 9/29/22.
9/29/22 Update: People present by Christopher R. Koch, Michael Fitzgerald & Trish McKenna. Defendant present in custody of Will County Sheriff & by Attorney Terry Ekl. Matter comes on for status. On Defense motion, matter is continued for discovery status & status on filing of any motions. Speedy trial demand tolled. Defendant remanded. Next status hearing on 11/16/22.