Crime
31-year-old Robert Watkins killed after shooting in Humboldt Park parking lot
As of now, no arrests have been made in connection with this fatal shooting.
A 31-year-old man, identified as Robert Watkins, was tragically killed in a shooting incident that occurred in the Humboldt Park neighborhood on Thursday evening.
According to Chicago police reports, the incident unfolded around 6:40 PM in the 800 block of North Kedzie Avenue.
Watkins was standing in a parking lot when he was confronted by a group of four armed assailants.
The suspects, who had arrived in a vehicle, exited the car and immediately produced firearms.
They proceeded to open fire on Watkins, inflicting multiple gunshot wounds.
Despite being rushed to Mount Sinai Hospital for emergency medical treatment, Watkins succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased.
As of now, no arrests have been made in connection with this fatal shooting.
The Chicago Police Department is actively investigating the incident and seeking to identify and apprehend the individuals responsible for Watkins’ death.
Christian County, Mo. — Authorities have identified the suspect accused of fatally shooting a deputy with the Christian County Sheriff’s Office during a traffic stop as Richard Bird.
At the time the Blue Alert was issued, the suspect had not yet been taken into custody.
According to law enforcement officials, the deputy initiated a traffic stop involving a 2001 Chevrolet extended cab pickup truck along State Highway 160 near Highlandville.
During the stop, the suspect allegedly opened fire, fatally wounding the deputy before fleeing the scene.
The suspect was reported to have traveled southbound on Highway 160 following the shooting.
Authorities described the suspect vehicle as a black 2001 Chevrolet extended cab pickup truck equipped with a silver brush guard, black body trim, tinted rear windows, and a three-ball trailer hitch. The vehicle was bearing Missouri license plate 9MG-X36.
A statewide Blue Alert was issued to notify the public and assist in locating the suspect.
Law enforcement officials urged residents not to approach the vehicle or suspect if located, but instead to immediately call 911 and provide detailed information while remaining at a safe distance.
Christian County is situated south of Springfield and north of Branson, an area that sees significant travel due to its proximity to the Ozarks.
Multiple agencies across the region coordinated efforts in response to the alert.
Authorities have not yet released further details regarding the circumstances surrounding the shooting or the status of the investigation.
Law enforcement officials expressed their condolences to the deputy’s family, colleagues, and the community as they continue to pursue justice in the case.