Crime
Johnnetta Smith killed after domestic incident in Peoria
The Peoria Police Department has confirmed the death of Johnnetta Smith following a shooting that took place around 5:30 p.m. on Sunday near Republic Street and Wisconsin Avenue in Peoria.
According to Peoria Police Chief Eric Echevarria, the incident is being treated as a domestic situation, although specific details surrounding the circumstances have not yet been disclosed.
At this time, it remains unclear whether any arrests have been made in connection with the shooting.
Peoria County Coroner Jamie Harwood is overseeing the formal identification process and will publicly confirm Smith’s identity once her family has been notified.
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.