Lake County authorities confirmed on Friday that a suspect is now in custody regarding the fatal shooting of two brothers whose bodies were discovered outside the burning home of their late mother earlier this week. The spokesman for the Lake County Major Crime Task Force, Christopher Covelli, made the announcement, stating that progress has been made in the investigation.

The victims were identified as Marc Austwick, 63, of Lake Forest, and John Austwick, 60, of Mundelein. Firefighters were called to a house fire in the 1700 block of Park Avenue West in the early hours of Wednesday morning. Upon arrival, they tragically found the lifeless bodies of the two brothers. Authorities later confirmed that the cause of death was multiple gunshot wounds.

Public records indicate that the house where the brothers were discovered belonged to their late mother, Phyllis Austwick. Phyllis, an area resident for her entire life, passed away on May 31 at the age of 84, as stated in an online obituary. She was survived by her five children.

The arrest in this case brings a glimmer of hope to the grieving family in their time of immense loss. The Lake County Major Crime Task Force continues to diligently investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident, and further details are expected to be released as the case progresses.

Authorities have not yet disclosed the identity of the suspect or provided any potential motive for the tragic shooting. The community anxiously awaits more information as they attempt to make sense of this senseless act of violence that has rocked the peaceful neighborhood of Highland Park.

Lake County residents are encouraged to come forward with any possible leads or information that may assist law enforcement in their investigation. As the community searches for answers, they join together in mourning the loss of Marc and John Austwick, two brothers who were taken far too soon.

The Lake County Major Crime Task Force and local authorities remain committed to seeking justice for the victims while providing support to their grieving loved ones during this difficult time.