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.
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.