An Algonquin business is mourning the death of one of their employees, a woman in her 40s who “made an impact that will not be forgotten,” after she was strangled by a suspect in Schaumburg.
The Schaumburg Police Department responded around 9:20 p.m. Thursday to the 1700 block of West Weathersfield Way in Schaumburg for a 911 call for a well-being check request.
Officers arrived and entered the home where they found a woman dead at the scene, police officials said.
The Cook County Medical Examiner’s Office identified her as Katherine Torbick, 43, of Schaumburg.
The medical examiner’s office performed an autopsy on her and ruled her death a homicide by strangulation.
Police officers arrested a man inside the residence who was known to Torbick.
Police said they do not believe there is any ongoing threat to the public.
Torbick was employed at Fox River MedSpa in Algonquin and the business said they were heartbroken by the loss of their teammate and friend.
The business said Torbick was only with them for a short time but she became a part of their sisterhood. “She brought warmth, energy, and genuine care to our workplace. She loved being part of this team, and we loved having her here.”
“She made an impact that will not be forgotten – with both clients and teammates. Our hearts are with her family, especially her son, during this unimaginable time. We are holding them in our thoughts and sending all the strength and support we can,” Fox River MedSpa said.
“This loss is deeply felt across our entire team. We are taking time to grieve together, support one another, and honor her memory. Right now, our focus is on caring for our team and remembering the person we were so lucky to know. She mattered. She was valued. And she will always be part of our story,” they added.
Fox River MedSpa will be hosting a donation-based domestic violence class in Torbick’s name. All donated proceeds will be given to Refuge For Women.
“If you or someone you know is experiencing harm or feels unsafe, please reach out. Support is available, and you are not alone,” the business said.
No charges have been announced as of Tuesday against the man taken into custody.