Crime
18-year-old Jaden Michael Justis Bingham arrested for weapons violation at the Empire Mall

Sioux Falls, South Dakota – On Friday, December 6, 2024, at approximately 7:30 p.m., Sioux Falls Police Department officers were dispatched to reports of an active shooting inside the Empire Mall.
The incident prompted a swift and coordinated response from multiple law enforcement agencies, including the Sioux Falls Police Department, Minnehaha County Sheriff’s Office, and South Dakota Highway Patrol.
Through their investigation, officers identified a suspect linked to the incident and obtained an arrest warrant. The individual has been identified as:
- Jaden Michael Justis Bingham
- Age: 18
- Residence: Sioux Falls, South Dakota
The warrant included charges for two counts of aggravated assault with a bond set at $100,000.
Law enforcement successfully located and arrested Jaden Michael Justis Bingham. He is now in custody at the Minnehaha County Jail, where he awaits further legal proceedings.
Authorities have stated that additional details regarding the case will be provided during the Sioux Falls Police Department’s news briefing on Monday, December 9, 2024.
The investigation remains ongoing. Anyone with relevant information is encouraged to contact the Sioux Falls Police Department.
Crime
28-year-old man found shot to death on Chicago South Side

CHICAGO — Authorities have launched an investigation following a fatal overnight shooting that occurred on the city’s South Side, leaving one man dead.
According to the Chicago Police Department, the incident took place shortly after 11:30 p.m. Tuesday in the 100 block of West 44th Street, within the Grand Boulevard neighborhood.
Officers were dispatched to the scene after receiving reports of gunfire and a person shot.
Upon arrival, officers discovered a 28-year-old man lying unresponsive on the ground with a gunshot wound to the head.
The victim was transported to a nearby hospital, where he was later pronounced deceased.
Police have not yet released the identity of the victim, and the circumstances leading up to the shooting remain under investigation. No arrests have been made at this time.
Detectives from the CPD Area One unit are leading the investigation. Anyone with information is urged to contact Area One detectives at 312-747-8380 or call 911.
Anonymous tips can also be submitted online at CPDtip.com to assist investigators.