Crime
4 people found shot dead on a Chicago Transit Authority train in Forest Park
A horrific incident unfolded on the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) Blue Line early Monday morning, resulting in the tragic deaths of four people.
Forest Park Police received a distressing 911 call just before 5:30 a.m., reporting multiple gunshot victims aboard a train at the Forest Park station. Upon arriving at the scene, officers discovered the bodies of three victims. A fourth victim was rushed to Loyola University Medical Center in Maywood but was later pronounced dead.
The alleged gunman was not present at the scene when police arrived, having successfully escaped. However, utilizing surveillance footage, authorities were able to identify a suspect.
Chicago police subsequently apprehended a person matching the suspect’s description on a CTA Pink Line train. A firearm was recovered during the arrest, although it has not been confirmed whether it is the weapon used in the killings.
Due to the ongoing police investigation, Blue Line service between Forest Park and Austin remained suspended as of 9:45 a.m.
“The CTA is deeply saddened by the tragic incident that occurred on a Blue Line train early this morning. This was an isolated event, but a heinous and egregious act of violence that should never happen on public transportation. We immediately deployed resources to assist the Forest Park Police Department in their investigation, including reviewing all possible security camera footage. This footage proved vital in aiding law enforcement. We commend both the Forest Park Police Department for their thorough investigation and collaboration, and the Chicago Police Department for their swift response that led to the apprehension of a suspect. The CTA will continue to work closely with local law enforcement as the investigation progresses.”
We are actively investigating this matter and appreciate the collaboration with the Chicago Police Department. Anyone with information regarding the shooting is encouraged to contact the Forest Park Police Department Criminal Investigations Division at (708)366-2425 or email at Detectives@ForestPark.net.
Crime
Angela Johnson and Her Son DeAngelo Johnson Killed After Shooting Inside Home in Chicago, Mother’s Boyfriend in Custody
CHICAGO — A 47-year-old mother and her 27-year-old son were fatally shot inside a residence in Chicago’s Austin neighborhood on the West Side late Thursday night, September 24, 2026, according to Chicago police.
The victims were identified as Angela Johnson, 47, and DeAngelo Johnson, 27. Police said a suspect, identified as Angela Johnson’s boyfriend, was taken into custody following the shooting.
The deadly shooting happened in the 800 block of North Parkside Avenue at approximately 10:43 p.m. Witnesses reported hearing gunshots coming from the basement of the residence and called 911.
When Chicago police officers arrived, they found the two victims suffering from gunshot wounds.
Angela Johnson was found in the basement with a gunshot wound to her chest. Police-radio traffic indicated she had been shot on the right side of her chest.
DeAngelo Johnson was found on the first floor with multiple gunshot wounds. Radio traffic indicated that he had suffered two gunshot wounds to his back.
Both victims were initially unresponsive and in critical condition. Emergency personnel performed CPR on DeAngelo Johnson before both victims were transported to Mount Sinai Hospital, where they were pronounced dead.
According to police-radio traffic, one victim was pronounced dead at approximately 11:18 p.m., while the male victim was pronounced dead around 11:21 p.m.
Investigators found extensive evidence inside the residence, including approximately 23 shell casings in a basement bedroom. Additional shell casings were reportedly recovered in other areas of the basement, including the stairway, main room and bedroom.
Officers initially recovered a firearm and shell casings from the basement bedroom. Police later located a second firearm inside the home, bringing the total number of recovered firearms to two.
Authorities have not publicly stated who owned the firearms or confirmed which weapon, if either, was used in the fatal shooting.
Police also reported that DeAngelo Johnson was wearing an empty holster when officers found him on the first floor. That discovery prompted an officer-safety alert as officers searched the residence for the missing firearm.
Chicago police said the shooting appeared to be domestic-related and identified the alleged offender as the mother’s boyfriend.
Radio traffic indicated that a person had been detained by approximately 11:26 p.m. The official police report later confirmed that the known offender was taken into custody.
Two witnesses were reportedly available to identify the alleged offender, and officers conducted a show-up identification procedure near the scene.
Police have not released additional information about potential charges against the suspect.
The investigation into the Chicago Austin neighborhood double shooting remains ongoing. Detectives are continuing to examine the circumstances that led to the shooting, the relationship between the people involved and the role of the two recovered firearms.
The deaths of Angela Johnson and DeAngelo Johnson are being investigated as a double homicide.