Crime
Video shows moments Oak Park Police Detective Allan Reddins killed in the line of duty, suspect injured
OAK PARK, IL – The Oak Park Police Department is grieving the loss of one of its own after a tragic shooting on Friday morning left a detective dead and a suspect injured.
At approximately 9:35 a.m., the Oak Park Fire Department responded to reports of gunfire in the 800 block of Lake Street. When authorities arrived, they discovered that an Oak Park Police Detective had been shot on the left side of his torso.
The officer, identified as 40-year-old Detective Allan Reddins, was immediately transported to Loyola University Medical Center in critical condition.
Despite medical efforts, Reddins was pronounced dead at 10:10 a.m.
According to officials, the incident began moments earlier when the suspect was seen leaving a bank on Lake Street armed with a gun. This prompted the initial police response, culminating in an exchange of gunfire.
The suspect, who was shot in the leg during the confrontation, was apprehended at the scene and is now receiving treatment at Loyola Hospital.
Detective Allan Reddins, a resident of Chicago, joined the Oak Park Police Department in May 2019. Known for his dedication and professionalism, Reddins was described as a highly respected member of the department. His death marks a profound loss for his colleagues and the community he served.
“The Village of Oak Park extends its deepest condolences to Detective Reddins’ family, friends, and colleagues within the Oak Park Police Department and the wider law enforcement community as they process the grief caused by this senseless violence,” a spokesperson for the village said in a statement.
The suspect remains in custody, but authorities have not yet released details regarding the charges or the sequence of events leading to the fatal shooting. Investigators continue to gather evidence and encourage anyone with information to come forward.
The Oak Park Police Department has provided several ways for the public to assist with the investigation.
- Contact the Police Department: Call 708-386-3800 or dial 911.
- Anonymous Tips: Leave a tip online or call 708-434-1636.
The community of Oak Park, along with law enforcement agencies throughout the area, mourns the loss of a dedicated detective whose life was tragically cut short while protecting others.
Coffee County, Ala. — A homicide investigation is underway after a fatal shooting at a residence near Kinston on Monday morning, authorities confirmed.
According to Coffee County Sheriff Scott Byrd, deputies responded at approximately 7:51 a.m. to a reported shooting along County Road 483, just off County Road 89 in the Kinston area.
Upon arrival, law enforcement discovered a deceased individual at the scene.
Officials later indicated the shooting stemmed from a domestic dispute between two individuals, though additional details have not yet been released.
Authorities identified the suspect as Joseph Levi Jackson, who was wanted in connection with the shooting death of his father.
Jackson was initially reported to have fled the scene on foot and was considered armed and dangerous.
The search involved multiple agencies, including the Coffee County Sheriff’s Department, Covington County Sheriff’s Office, Geneva County Sheriff’s Office, and the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA), including troopers and State Bureau of Investigation (SBI) agents.
State tracking dogs were deployed as part of the coordinated search effort, particularly near Hattaway Road and Charolais Road, off Covington County Road 89.
Jackson was last described as wearing a black and red flannel shirt, blue jeans, and a black baseball cap.
Law enforcement urged residents not to approach the suspect and to contact 911 with any information.
Following an intensive search, Sheriff Byrd confirmed that Jackson was located and taken into custody without further incident.
Authorities have not yet announced formal charges but confirmed that the investigation is being led by ALEA.
The suspect’s temporary flight prompted Kinston School to delay its opening on Monday morning. School officials later announced a full closure for the day out of an abundance of caution.
In a statement, school administrators thanked local law enforcement for their swift and professional response, emphasizing that the safety of students, staff, and families remains their top priority.
The investigation remains ongoing as authorities continue processing the scene and gathering additional information.