Crime
17-year-old Antoine Smith shot and killed in Auburn Gresham, Chicago
No arrests have been made, and Area 2 detectives are actively investigating the homicide.
The Cook County Medical Examiner has identified 17-year-old Antwon Smith, also known as “TJ” or “Lil Ghost,” as the teen shot and killed late Tuesday night, October 1, 2024.
Chicago Police responded to reports of gunfire and a person shot near 78th & Ashland.
Upon arrival, officers found Antwon suffering from multiple gunshot wounds to his body.
He was rushed to the University of Chicago Hospital, where he was pronounced dead.
According to CPD, Antwon was outside when a suspect drove up and fired several shots at him before fleeing the scene.
No arrests have been made, and Area 2 detectives are actively investigating the homicide.
Anyone with information is encouraged to visit CPDTIP.COM to remain anonymous or contact the Chicago Police Department’s 6th District at (312) 745-3610.
Crime
18-year-old Kyler Naely charged for the murder in shooting death of 16-year-old Ja’Tycie Williams
An 18-year-old suspect has been arrested and charged in a deadly shooting that occurred in October, which claimed the life of a 16-year-old and injured another.
The incident began on October 6, 2024, shortly after 12:45 a.m., when officers were called to a shooting on I-244 near Yale Avenue.
Upon arrival, they discovered a gray SUV riddled with bullet holes and shattered windows. Investigators determined that seven people were inside the vehicle at the time of the shooting.
Two occupants of the vehicle suffered gunshot wounds.
One victim, 16-year-old Ja’Tycie Williams, sustained critical injuries and succumbed to them several weeks later. The other victim suffered a minor gunshot wound to the arm and survived.
Preliminary investigations revealed the incident was linked to a fight at the Tulsa State Fair earlier that evening.
Witnesses reported that the altercation, which occurred as the group was leaving the fairgrounds, likely escalated into the highway shooting.
Following an in-depth investigation, Tulsa Police Homicide Detectives identified 18-year-old Kyler Naely as the suspect responsible for the shooting.
On November 19, 2024, Naely was arrested, charged with first-degree murder, and booked into the Tulsa County Jail.
Authorities emphasize that the case remains under investigation and are urging anyone with additional information to contact Tulsa Crime Stoppers at 918-596-COPS. Callers can remain anonymous.