Overview
- Officials identified the suspect as 29-year-old Austin Silverman and announced charges of attempted first degree murder and aggravated battery in a public place.
- The incident occurred the morning of Dec. 31 at the Shell at 110 N. Eastwood Drive in Woodstock, according to the McHenry County State’s Attorney.
- Authorities say Silverman went behind the counter and repeatedly punched and kicked the clerk, who suffered severe injuries to her face, ribs and arms.
- After the assault, officials allege he tried to ignite a gas pump with a cigarette before attempting to re-enter the store.
- Responding officers used surveillance footage to identify and arrest Silverman, a judge denied pretrial release on Friday, and the next court date is Jan. 7.