1 charged in crash that killed Glenview police officer in Barrington, funeral arrangements announced

ROLLING MEADOWS, Ill. (WLS) -- The man charged with reckless homicide in the crash that killed a Glenview police officer has been ordered to remain behind bars, pending trial.

Christopher Lopez, 23, was in a Rolling Meadows courtroom Tuesday for a detention hearing.

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Investigators believe Lopez was driving northwest in the 200-block of South Northwest Highway in Barrington early Sunday morning, and then veered into the southeast-bound lanes, hitting Officer Robert Fryc's car.

Prosecutors say Lopez was seen on surveillance video crossing multiple lanes on Northwest Highway, before hitting Fryc's vehicle, in what they described as a near head-on collision.

Fryc was taken to the hospital, where he later died.

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Prosecutors say Lopez admitted to having multiple drinks before driving.

Lopez remained on the scene, where Barrington police administered field sobriety tests, which they say he failed.

Lopez was also taken to the hospital for further DUI testing, police said.

The Cook County State's Attorney's Office alleged Lopez had an initial blood alcohol concentration of .059: below the legal limit. A blood test later revealed Lopez's BAC to be .031.

Prosecutors say a search of Lopez's car led them to an open bottle of tequila and a pill bottle with cannabis residue.

Lopez's defense attorney Alex Ktenas argued his client's concern for the victim should be considered when weighing the possibility of pre-trial release.

"I can tell you that his main focus the entire time was making sure that the officer was OK. From the entire incident, his main concern was, 'is this individual OK?'" Ktenas said.

Prosecutors also allege data collected from Lopez's vehicle show he was driving over the speed limit at the time of the crash, and that he failed to use his brakes before the collision. They also pointed to two prior speeding offenses as reason for him to remain in custody.

A tearful Lopez was led from the courtroom back into custody, while a large contingent of his family left without saying a word.

Meanwhile, there was no apparent presence from Glenview police in court Tuesday.

Fryc was 43 years old, and served in the Glenview Police Department for 18 years.

He was recently recognized for his heroic efforts and helping save one of his fellow officers.

Officer Fryc's colleagues and family continue to stay private as they mourn their loss.

"Officer Fryc was more than just a colleague," Glenview Police Chief William Fitzpatrick said in a Facebook post. "He was a part of our family and a part of this community. Our hearts are broken by his passing, and our priority now is to support his loved ones and our department as we grieve this unimaginable loss together."

Funeral arrangements were announced Tuesday.

Visitation for Officer Fryc will be held from 3 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Glueckert Funeral Home, located at 1520 N. Arlington Heights Road in Arlington Heights.

Funeral services will begin at 9 a.m. Friday, with a prayer at Glueckert Funeral Home. After the prayer, there will be a procession to Our Lady of the Wayside Catholic Church, located at 434 W. Park St. in Arlington Heights. There will be a Mass at 10 a.m.

When the Mass concludes, there will be a procession to St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Cemetery, located at 1185 W. Algonquin Road in Palatine, where Officer Fryc will be laid to rest.

"We are devastated by the tragic loss of Officer Fryc, who just two weeks ago we recognized for his service and dedication to Glenview," Glenview Village President Michael Jenny said. "On behalf of the entire Village, I extend our deepest condolences to Officer Fryc's family, friends and fellow officers. When the time is right, we will come together as a community to honor and remember his service."