Crime
Christopher Marquees arrested and charged with the murder of 15-year-old Maquan Sam in Ville Platte
Marquees is currently being held on a $75,000 bond.
A tragic shooting incident occurred early Thursday morning in Ville Platte, Louisiana, resulting in the death of a 15-year-old Maquan Sam.
Christopher Marquees, 31, has been arrested and charged with negligent homicide in connection with the shooting.
Ville Platte Police responded to a call about the incident at a residence on N. Morein Street.
Upon arrival, they found the teenage victim deceased.
Marquees is currently being held on a $75,000 bond.
The investigation into the shooting is ongoing.
Anyone with information regarding this incident is urged to contact the Ville Platte Police Department at 337-363-1316.
Ville Platte High School has shared a heartfelt tribute, mourning the loss of their beloved student, Maquan Sam. Known affectionately as “Quan,” Maquan brought joy to the campus with his radiant smile and warm heart, leaving a lasting impact on everyone he encountered. As we navigate this challenging time, we find comfort in his spirit, the friendships he formed, and the memories he leaves behind. Our deepest condolences go out to Maquan’s family, friends, and everyone touched by this loss. He will be dearly missed, forever loved, and always remembered in our hearts. Long Live Quan.
The Chicago Police Department has charged a man in connection with the fatal stabbing of a woman at a CTA Green Line station on Thursday afternoon.
Willi Holmes, 54, faces one felony count of first-degree murder following the death of 25-year-old Emily Carlson.
According to authorities, the incident occurred around 1:00 p.m. at the Central Avenue Green Line station.
Preliminary investigations reveal that Carlson was with another individual when a verbal altercation broke out involving Holmes.
The argument escalated into a physical confrontation, during which Holmes allegedly produced a knife and stabbed Carlson in the back.
Holmes then fled the scene.
Emergency medical personnel responded, and Carlson was transported to Mount Sinai Hospital, where she was later pronounced deceased.
Chicago police officers quickly located and arrested Holmes shortly after the attack.
A weapon believed to have been used in the stabbing was recovered at the time of his arrest.
Sources indicated that the altercation began on the station platform and continued onto the street.
Holmes is currently in custody and is scheduled to appear at a detention hearing on Saturday.
The investigation remains ongoing.