Crime
24-year-old Olivia Graves fatally shot taking 12-year-old nephew home from school
The suspect reportedly fired multiple times, even endangering Olivia’s young nephew.
A tragic shooting in Southeast D.C. on Thursday afternoon claimed the life of 24-year-old Olivia Graves, who was taking her 12-year-old nephew home from school at the time.
According to her mother, Ondraya Graves, Olivia and her nephew were in a car with friends who were giving them a ride home.
They had made a brief stop near Atlantic Street and 8th Street when a confrontation outside escalated.
Olivia’s mother explained that Olivia was not involved in the altercation but was trying to help deescalate the situation.
During this time, a man, later identified as 62-year-old Maurice Jackson, allegedly approached the car, not fully understanding the situation.
He threatened to kill everyone inside before opening fire.
Tragically, Olivia was struck in the chest.
The suspect reportedly fired multiple times, even endangering Olivia’s young nephew.
Emergency responders rushed Olivia to the hospital, but she was pronounced dead shortly afterward.
Police have since arrested Maurice Jackson, charging him with second-degree murder in connection with Olivia’s death.
Authorities are continuing their investigation into the circumstances surrounding this heartbreaking incident.
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.