Crime
1 killed after shooting on Ivory Heights area in Camden, suspect Marcus Epps in custody
On November 3, 2024, at approximately 1:40 a.m., officers from the Camden Police Department were dispatched to the Ivory Heights area in response to a reported gunshot victim.
The victim was transported by air to the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) hospital, where he later succumbed to his injuries.
Following an in-depth investigation into the fatal shooting, authorities identified Marcus Epps as the suspect in this case.
In an effort to apprehend Epps, officers proceeded to a residence in Camden associated with the suspect.
The homeowner, identified as Trameisha Tooks, was found to be uncooperative with the investigation.
Consequently, a search warrant for the residence, as well as an arrest warrant for Epps, were obtained.
During the execution of the search warrant, officers located and arrested Epps without incident.
Additionally, Tooks was taken into custody for allegedly hindering the apprehension of a suspect wanted on Capital Murder charges.
This case remains active and under investigation. Members of the public who may have information relevant to this investigation are encouraged to reach out to the Criminal Investigation Division of the Camden Police Department by calling (870) 836-5755.
Crime
23-year-old Donell Gause killed after shooting in North Lawndale neighborhood in Chicago
As of Wednesday morning, no suspects were in custody.
A tragic shooting early Wednesday claimed the life of a young man in Chicago’s North Lawndale neighborhood.
The victim, identified as 23-year-old Donell Gause, was found lying in the street after police responded to a report of gunfire in the 1100 block of South Francisco Avenue around 12:45 a.m.
Emergency responders transported Gause to Mount Sinai Hospital, where he was treated for multiple gunshot wounds.
Despite efforts to save him, he was pronounced dead shortly after arrival.
As of Wednesday morning, no suspects were in custody.
The case is currently under investigation by detectives from Area 4, who are working to determine the circumstances surrounding the shooting and identify those responsible.
Authorities urge anyone with information about the incident to come forward and contact law enforcement.