Crime
Greenville police officer Cooper Dawson killed after being ‘ambushed’ by suspect
Authorities have not yet released their name or condition.
Tragedy struck the Greenville Police Department on Monday night as Officer Cooper Dawson, a dedicated law enforcement professional, was fatally shot while pursuing a suspect on foot.
The incident began shortly before 8 p.m. when Officer Dawson conducted a routine traffic stop in the 3500 block of Pickett Street.
The suspect fled the vehicle on foot, prompting Officer Dawson to give chase.
As the pursuit led into a wooded area behind nearby homes, the suspect ambushed the officer, opening fire and striking him multiple times.
Despite suffering critical gunshot wounds to his leg and side, Officer Dawson demonstrated remarkable bravery by returning fire, wounding the suspect in the exchange.
Emergency responders quickly airlifted Officer Dawson to Medical City Plano, but he succumbed to his injuries shortly after arriving.
“We are heartbroken over the loss of Officer Cooper Dawson, who selflessly put his life on the line to serve and protect our community,” said Greenville Police Chief Chris Smith in an emotional statement. “Officer Dawson was not only an exceptional officer but a respected and valued member of our department. His sacrifice will never be forgotten.”
Officer Dawson had previously served with the Garland Police Department before joining Greenville’s force. His tragic death marks the first line-of-duty fatality in Greenville in more than 100 years.
The suspect, who was also injured in the shootout, remains hospitalized.
Authorities have not yet released their name or condition.
The Greenville Police Department and the community it serves are mourning the loss of an officer remembered for his dedication, professionalism, and courage.
Funeral arrangements for Officer Dawson are pending, and support services are being extended to his family, friends, and colleagues. Police have asked the public to keep his family and the department in their thoughts during this time of profound loss.
Crime
Angela Johnson and Her Son DeAngelo Johnson Killed After Shooting Inside Home in Chicago, Mother’s Boyfriend in Custody
CHICAGO — A 47-year-old mother and her 27-year-old son were fatally shot inside a residence in Chicago’s Austin neighborhood on the West Side late Thursday night, September 24, 2026, according to Chicago police.
The victims were identified as Angela Johnson, 47, and DeAngelo Johnson, 27. Police said a suspect, identified as Angela Johnson’s boyfriend, was taken into custody following the shooting.
The deadly shooting happened in the 800 block of North Parkside Avenue at approximately 10:43 p.m. Witnesses reported hearing gunshots coming from the basement of the residence and called 911.
When Chicago police officers arrived, they found the two victims suffering from gunshot wounds.
Angela Johnson was found in the basement with a gunshot wound to her chest. Police-radio traffic indicated she had been shot on the right side of her chest.
DeAngelo Johnson was found on the first floor with multiple gunshot wounds. Radio traffic indicated that he had suffered two gunshot wounds to his back.
Both victims were initially unresponsive and in critical condition. Emergency personnel performed CPR on DeAngelo Johnson before both victims were transported to Mount Sinai Hospital, where they were pronounced dead.
According to police-radio traffic, one victim was pronounced dead at approximately 11:18 p.m., while the male victim was pronounced dead around 11:21 p.m.
Investigators found extensive evidence inside the residence, including approximately 23 shell casings in a basement bedroom. Additional shell casings were reportedly recovered in other areas of the basement, including the stairway, main room and bedroom.
Officers initially recovered a firearm and shell casings from the basement bedroom. Police later located a second firearm inside the home, bringing the total number of recovered firearms to two.
Authorities have not publicly stated who owned the firearms or confirmed which weapon, if either, was used in the fatal shooting.
Police also reported that DeAngelo Johnson was wearing an empty holster when officers found him on the first floor. That discovery prompted an officer-safety alert as officers searched the residence for the missing firearm.
Chicago police said the shooting appeared to be domestic-related and identified the alleged offender as the mother’s boyfriend.
Radio traffic indicated that a person had been detained by approximately 11:26 p.m. The official police report later confirmed that the known offender was taken into custody.
Two witnesses were reportedly available to identify the alleged offender, and officers conducted a show-up identification procedure near the scene.
Police have not released additional information about potential charges against the suspect.
The investigation into the Chicago Austin neighborhood double shooting remains ongoing. Detectives are continuing to examine the circumstances that led to the shooting, the relationship between the people involved and the role of the two recovered firearms.
The deaths of Angela Johnson and DeAngelo Johnson are being investigated as a double homicide.