Chicago Hotel Freezer Death: Family Settles Lawsuit for $10 Million

The family of Kenneka Jenkins, a Chicago woman who died after becoming locked in a hotel freezer, has agreed to a $10 million legal settlement. Jenkins' mother will receive about $3.7 million, while other family members will receive $1.2 million and $1.5 million. The settlement also includes attorney fees and funeral costs. Jenkins' death was determined to be accidental, with alcohol intoxication and drug use as contributing factors. The lawsuit alleged negligence on the part of the hotel, security company, and restaurant for failing to secure the freezer and conduct a proper search. The lawsuit argued that had the hotel properly monitored the security cameras, Jenkins would still be alive.