Man Arrested in La Porte for 2012 Toddler Murder
Eric Johnson, 39, was arrested in La Porte for the 2012 murder of 16-month-old Shawn McCloskey.
Chicago, IL, August 4, 2026 —
Eric Johnson, 39, has been arrested in La Porte in connection with the 2012 murder of 16-month-old Shawn McCloskey.
The arrest marks a significant development in a case that has remained unsolved for over a decade. Authorities have not yet released further details regarding the circumstances of the toddler’s death or the specific evidence that led to Johnson’s apprehension.
Shawn McCloskey was 16 months old at the time of his death in 2012. The case has been a priority for law enforcement agencies in the La Porte area, who have worked to bring closure to the victim’s family.
The La Porte Police Department is expected to release more information as the investigation progresses and legal proceedings commence. The name of the contractor was not provided in the available information. The fine amount was not provided.
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