Crime
35-year-old Cortez Hicks killed in Dublin shooting
Dublin, GA – A shooting incident in Dublin on Wednesday afternoon resulted in the tragic death of a 35-year-old man.
According to Deputy Laurens County Coroner Nathan Stanley, Cortez Hicks succumbed to his injuries at Fairview Park Hospital at approximately 12:24 p.m.
The shooting occurred at 422 Jones Village in Dublin prior to his transport to the hospital.
The Dublin Police Department is actively investigating the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
Many details remain unclear at this time, and authorities are working to gather more information about the events leading up to the incident and the status of the ongoing investigation.
CHICAGO, IL — A man was found shot to death Friday night on Chicago’s South Side, prompting a homicide investigation by Area One detectives, according to the Chicago Police Department.
Officers responded to reports of gunfire in the 900 block of West 63rd Parkway in the Englewood neighborhood at approximately 10:00 p.m.
Upon arrival, officers discovered a 36-year-old male victim suffering from gunshot wounds to the head and neck.
Emergency medical personnel were called to the scene, but the victim was pronounced dead on arrival.
The Cook County Medical Examiner’s Office later identified him as Emerald Pretty, age 36.
According to preliminary information, a male suspect exited a white sedan, approached the victim, and opened fire before fleeing the scene in the same vehicle.
No arrests have been made at this time, and Area One detectives are actively investigating the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
Authorities have not released details on a possible motive or whether the incident may have been targeted.
Police are urging anyone with information to contact the Chicago Police Department’s Area One Bureau of Detectives or submit an anonymous tip through CPD’s tip line or Crime Stoppers.