Gary mayor addresses investigation into death of former councilman's wife

You know, there is a follow-up to Leslie's report out of Gary, Indiana from yesterday to tonight. It involves questions surrounding the death of 47-year-old Nicole Mabon Brewer, found with a gunshot wound inside her home in September of 2025. Her family suspects her husband, Ron Brewer. A former council member who appeared to be seeking a new city council seat this week. In a statement, Mayor Eddie Melton says, in part, the city's position throughout this process has been consistent. This matter deserves an independent, thorough, and transparent investigation, and the appropriate investigative authorities must be afforded the opportunity to carry out their work without interference. Important to note, no criminal charges have been filed against Ron Brewer in connection with Nicole's death. That remains classified as undetermined. But as we reported, he has faced serious charges before. A kidnapping charge was dismissed after he completed a diversion program. We've reached out to Brewer numerous times, still awaiting a response. But tonight, the Gary Common Council came together to vote on new members for the council. At one point, Brewer appeared to be going after one of the three seats. However, the ballots handed out tonight did not include his name. Cameras did capture him at the meeting, though. To learn more about this story, you can head to our website, foxchicago.com.