Crime
Murder-Suicide: 2 dead, 2 injured after shooting in Cleveland’s Old Brooklyn neighborhood
The suspect subsequently shot himself.
Cleveland, OH – The Cleveland Division of Police Second District responded to a call for service regarding shots fired in the 2700 block of Natchez Avenue at approximately 5:00 PM.
Upon arrival, officers discovered three victims with gunshot wounds.
Preliminary investigations indicate that a 22-year-old male, later identified as the suspect, arrived at the location and became involved in a verbal argument with a 24-year-old female. During the altercation, the suspect opened fire, striking the female and two other individuals – a 21-year-old female and a 26-year-old male.
Officers were able to locate the suspect at the scene. As they approached, the suspect fled on foot, prompting a pursuit.
The suspect subsequently shot himself.
Emergency medical services responded and pronounced the 24-year-old female deceased. The other two victims were transported to the hospital. One victim is in stable condition, while the other is in serious but stable condition.
The suspect was also transported to the hospital and was later pronounced deceased.
The incident is currently being investigated as a murder-suicide. However, this information is subject to change as the investigation progresses.
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.