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.
CHICAGO, IL — A man was found shot to death Friday night on Chicago’s South Side, prompting a homicide investigation by Area One detectives, according to the Chicago Police Department.
Officers responded to reports of gunfire in the 900 block of West 63rd Parkway in the Englewood neighborhood at approximately 10:00 p.m.
Upon arrival, officers discovered a 36-year-old male victim suffering from gunshot wounds to the head and neck.
Emergency medical personnel were called to the scene, but the victim was pronounced dead on arrival.
The Cook County Medical Examiner’s Office later identified him as Emerald Pretty, age 36.
According to preliminary information, a male suspect exited a white sedan, approached the victim, and opened fire before fleeing the scene in the same vehicle.
No arrests have been made at this time, and Area One detectives are actively investigating the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
Authorities have not released details on a possible motive or whether the incident may have been targeted.
Police are urging anyone with information to contact the Chicago Police Department’s Area One Bureau of Detectives or submit an anonymous tip through CPD’s tip line or Crime Stoppers.