Crime
18-year-old Montera Wilson killed after shooting in Chester
On Friday November 1, 2024 at 1541 hours officers from the Chester Police Department were informed of a possible fight that was occurring in the 2300 block of W. 7th Street, Memorial Park.
Upon entering the area, officers observed a large group fighting, and heard numerous gunshots. Officers observed a female victim who was identified as Montera Wilson B/F/18 with a gunshot wound to her lower back.
Officers rendered aid to Wilson who was transported to a local hospital.
Durning the course of the investigation, a second victim arrived at the hospital, who was identified as a seventeen-year-old juvenile male. The juvenile victim sustained a gunshot wound to his leg.
Medical personnel did inform investigators that Wilson did succumb to her injuries.
Anyone having information pertaining to this homicide is urged to contact City of Chester Police Department Detective Ryan Stewart 610-447-8429 or Delaware County Criminal Investigation Detective Mark Monaghan 484-724-5866.
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.