Jose Medina, the Venezuelan national charged in the shooting death of Loyola University student Sheridan Gorman, was found in possession of a weapon while in jail custody, according to police officials.

Authorities described the contraband item as a sharpened piece of metal with a handle fashioned from medical tape, commonly known as a shank. The discovery occurred while Medina was being held on charges related to Gorman's death.

Medina faces charges in connection with the fatal shooting of Gorman, a student at Loyola University. The incident has drawn significant attention as investigators continue their work on the case.

Jail officials have not released details about how the weapon was discovered or what additional charges Medina may face for possession of the contraband item while in custody. The investigation into both the original shooting incident and the jail weapon discovery remains ongoing.