Photo of Timmy Knudsen, Alderman of the 43rd Ward of Chicago, IL

May 23, 2025

Dear Neighbors,

Thank you for your interest in becoming a court advocate for the ongoing Josalyn Fowler case regarding the death of Ward 43 neighbor, Kevin Patel. Our office has scheduled a preliminary virtual meeting with CPD and the Community Justice Center North (Cook County State's Attorney's Office) on June 4th at 6:30pm to discuss court advocacy. This meeting will explain in detail what being a court advocate means, what is required/expected of advocates, and the upcoming trail process.

Please see below for the Zoom details. If anything changes prior to the meeting our office will immediately notify you via email. Of course, if you have questions you may contact us at any time.

Join Zoom Meeting here.

Meeting ID: 862 375 5364
Passcode: 679191

Again, thank you for your interest in becoming a court advocate and we look forward to seeing you virtually June 4th.

Sincerely,

Adam Winters, Chief of Staff