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At least 1 dead, another injured after shooting on S Cicero Ave & W Roosevelt Rd in Chicago

At least Three Vehicles Crashed Following Gunfire

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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.

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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.

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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 CPDโ€™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.

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Suspect Who Shot and Killed Christian County Deputy Identified as Richard Bird

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Christian County, Mo. โ€” Authorities have identified the suspect accused of fatally shooting a deputy with the Christian County Sheriff’s Office during a traffic stop as Richard Bird.

At the time the Blue Alert was issued, the suspect had not yet been taken into custody.

According to law enforcement officials, the deputy initiated a traffic stop involving a 2001 Chevrolet extended cab pickup truck along State Highway 160 near Highlandville.

During the stop, the suspect allegedly opened fire, fatally wounding the deputy before fleeing the scene.

The suspect was reported to have traveled southbound on Highway 160 following the shooting.

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Authorities described the suspect vehicle as a black 2001 Chevrolet extended cab pickup truck equipped with a silver brush guard, black body trim, tinted rear windows, and a three-ball trailer hitch. The vehicle was bearing Missouri license plate 9MG-X36.

A statewide Blue Alert was issued to notify the public and assist in locating the suspect.

Law enforcement officials urged residents not to approach the vehicle or suspect if located, but instead to immediately call 911 and provide detailed information while remaining at a safe distance.

Christian County is situated south of Springfield and north of Branson, an area that sees significant travel due to its proximity to the Ozarks.

Multiple agencies across the region coordinated efforts in response to the alert.

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Authorities have not yet released further details regarding the circumstances surrounding the shooting or the status of the investigation.

Law enforcement officials expressed their condolences to the deputyโ€™s family, colleagues, and the community as they continue to pursue justice in the case.


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