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
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.