Crime
39-year-old Mack Jenkins killed after a fight escalated to a shooting at Hal Orr’s Inn in Rocky Mount
Rocky Mount, N.C. – On Sunday morning, September 15, 2024, a 39-year-old man tragically lost his life in a shooting that followed a fight at a motel in Rocky Mount.
According to the Rocky Mount Police Department, officers arrived at the scene around 1:04 AM in response to reports of gunfire at Hal Orr’s Inn (2400 block of North Wesleyan Boulevard).
Preliminary investigation indicates that a disagreement escalated into violence, resulting in the victim being shot.
Despite receiving immediate medical attention at 400 Saint Paul Street, the victim succumbed to their injuries.
The deceased has been identified as 39-year-old Mack Jenkins.
The Rocky Mount Police Department has launched a homicide investigation into this incident and is urging anyone with information to come forward and contact them at 252-972-1411.
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.