Crime
2 killed, 3 injured in Redding mass shooting
Audio of the shooting on westside and meadowbrook at 2:40 am
A tragic shooting incident occurred early Friday morning in Redding, California, resulting in the deaths of two men and injuries to multiple others.
Redding Police Department officers responded to reports of gunfire near the intersection of Westside Road and Meadowbrook Drive around 2:41 a.m.
Upon arrival, they discovered two deceased male adults and several witnesses at the scene.
One victim has been identified as Isaiah Newton.
It was reported that multiple vehicles, including the suspect vehicle, had fled the scene before the officers’ arrival.
Three additional victims, two females and one male, sought medical attention at a local hospital for non-life-threatening gunshot wounds.
Redding Police Detectives are actively investigating the incident and are working to identify, locate, and apprehend the suspect(s).
Meadowbrook Drive between El Camino Drive and Westside Road remains closed as law enforcement personnel continue to process the crime scene. Motorists are advised to avoid the area and use alternative routes.
Anyone with information about the shooting is urged to contact the Redding Police Department Detective Division at (530) 225-4214.
An 11-year-old boy was injured in a shooting Friday morning on Chicago’s West Side following a minor traffic collision during rush hour.
According to the Chicago Police Department, the incident occurred just before 8:30 a.m. in the 1400 block of North Western Avenue in the West Town neighborhood. Two vehicles were involved in a minor traffic crash.
As one driver exited their vehicle to exchange information, the other driver reportedly produced a firearm and opened fire on the other vehicle.
Amid the gunfire, an 11-year-old boy, who was a passenger in the vehicle being fired upon, was struck in the hand by a bullet. Emergency responders transported him to a nearby hospital, where he was reported to be in good condition.
The shooter fled the scene in an unknown direction following the incident. Authorities have not released a description of the suspect or the vehicle at this time.
Chicago police are actively investigating the shooting. They urge anyone with information regarding the incident to contact Area Five Detectives at 312-746-6554 or to call 911.
Anonymous tips can also be submitted via CPDtip.com. Law enforcement is seeking assistance from the public to help identify and locate the suspect.
This incident highlights the dangers of escalating violence and road rage incidents during peak traffic hours. Community members are encouraged to come forward with any relevant details that could aid in resolving the case.