Crime
At least 1 dead, another injured after shooting on S Cicero Ave & W Roosevelt Rd in Chicago
At least Three Vehicles Crashed Following Gunfire
A multi-victim shooting occurred at the intersection of West Roosevelt Road and South Cicero Avenue, prompting an EMS Plan 1 response to the scene.
Law enforcement is currently on the scene of an incident where two individuals have been confirmed shot. The gunfire was followed by a three-vehicle collision, further escalating the situation.
One of the victims has unfortunately been pronounced dead.
Police received multiple 911 calls reporting the shooting, with witnesses stating that at least one individual was lying in the street. Reports from the scene indicate that as many as 15 gunshots were heard during the incident.
Police have discovered shell casings, including rifle casings, inside a vehicle involved in the shooting.
Chicago Fire Department paramedics and other first responders quickly arrived at the scene to provide critical medical assistance.
Victims were triaged and transported to nearby trauma centers for further treatment.
According to information from police scanners, a shooting occurred in Chicago’s 15th District following what appeared to be a car crash. The incident involved multiple victims, including one female and at least one male.
According to witness accounts, the suspected vehicle involved in the shooting was described as a white sedan with heavy window tint, believed to be a newer model Nissan Altima. Witnesses also reported seeing at least three male individuals inside the vehicle, all wearing ski masks.
The conditions of those injured have not yet been confirmed, but authorities are working to gather more details.
The Chicago Police Department has initiated an investigation into the shooting. Detectives are currently working to establish the sequence of events and determine a motive.
Police are also conducting interviews with witnesses and reviewing surveillance footage from the area to identify any suspects involved.
Residents and commuters in the area are advised to exercise caution as law enforcement continues to secure the scene and gather evidence.
Traffic disruptions may occur as the investigation progresses.
Authorities are urging anyone with information about the incident to contact the Chicago Police Department or submit an anonymous tip through CPD’s tip line at 1-800-535-STOP. Community assistance is crucial to ensuring those responsible are brought to justice.
Further updates will be provided as more details become available.
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.