Crime
Venezuelan Migrant Critically Injured in Shooting on 74th & Phillips in Chicago
Chicago, IL – A Venezuelan migrant is in critical condition following a shooting that occurred around 8:00 a.m. on Sunday, December 8, 2024, near the intersection of 74th Street and Phillips Avenue.
The victim, whose identity has not been released, sustained multiple gunshot wounds to the back and chest. Emergency responders rushed the individual to a nearby hospital, where they are currently undergoing treatment. The injuries are described as life-threatening.
Preliminary investigations suggest that the shooting involved five suspects firing from a gray sedan, which authorities believe may be either a Kia or Honda. The vehicle fled the scene immediately after the attack.
Detectives are working to identify the suspects and establish a motive for the shooting. The Chicago Police Department is reviewing surveillance footage from nearby businesses and homes to gather more evidence about the vehicle and those involved.
Residents in the area are urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity or information related to this incident. Police have emphasized the importance of public cooperation in apprehending the suspects.
Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Chicago Police Department’s Area Two Detectives at 312-747-8271 or submit an anonymous tip to CPD’s tip line.
Further updates will be provided as new information becomes available.
MT. JULIET, Tenn. — Authorities have identified two victims killed during an active shooter incident at Cedar Creek Marina in Mt. Juliet late Friday night.
The suspect, identified as Gary Haley, a convicted felon with an extensive criminal history, is deceased following an officer-involved shooting, officials confirmed.
Mount Juliet Police officers were dispatched at approximately 9:30 p.m. Friday to the Cedar Creek Marina, located in the 9000 block of Saundersville Road, after receiving reports of a man threatening another individual on the docks.
Due to the active shooter report, a shelter-in-place order was issued for the surrounding area as a precaution.
Upon arrival, officers located an adult male suffering from a gunshot wound.
The victim was later identified as Robby Brogdon, who was transported to a local hospital for emergency medical treatment.
Despite life-saving efforts, Brogdon later succumbed to his injuries.
Investigators determined that the suspected shooter had retreated to a boat within the marina and had barricaded himself inside.
The standoff continued for several hours as officers secured the scene and attempted to resolve the situation safely.
At approximately 1:00 a.m. Saturday, the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) reported that the suspect engaged responding officers and fired shots at them under circumstances that remain under investigation. Officers returned fire.
The suspect, Gary Haley, was later found deceased aboard the vessel.
During the course of the response, officers also discovered a second adult male victim, Nathan Jones, who had been shot by the suspect.
Jones was pronounced dead at the scene.
No law enforcement officers were injured during the incident.
The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has assumed responsibility for the investigation, which includes a homicide, an attempted homicide, and an officer-involved shooting.
TBI agents are actively conducting interviews, collecting evidence, and working to establish a comprehensive timeline of events.
Upon completion of the investigation, findings will be submitted to 15th Judicial District Attorney General Jason Lawson for review.
Authorities stated that additional information will be released as it becomes available.