Crime
28-year-old Cordero shot and killed inside car in Garfield Park
Authorities have not yet taken any suspects into custody, and the investigation remains ongoing.
CHICAGO — A 28-year-old man was shot and killed Friday evening in the Garfield Park neighborhood on the city’s West Side, according to Chicago police.
The incident occurred at approximately 5:16 p.m. in the 3800 block of West Adams Street.
Police reported that the victim, identified as 28-year-old Cordero, was a passenger in a vehicle when he was struck by gunfire.
The man sustained a gunshot wound to the head and was transported to a nearby hospital, where he was later pronounced deceased.
Authorities have not yet taken any suspects into custody, and the investigation remains ongoing.
Detectives are working to determine the circumstances surrounding the shooting and are pursuing all available leads.
No further details were immediately available.
Anyone with information about the incident is urged to contact the Chicago Police Department or submit tips anonymously through CPD’s tip line.
Crime
23-year-old Leviticus Burns Killed in Shooting During Gathering at Rental Property in DeKalb County
A second victim, a 21-year-old man, was transported to a hospital with a gunshot wound but later succumbed to his injuries.
DeKalb County, GA — A gathering at a home in Panthersville early Saturday morning turned deadly, leaving two people fatally shot, according to DeKalb County Police.
Police responded to reports of gunfire at a house on Brandenberry Drive. Upon arrival, officers discovered 23-year-old Leviticus Burns deceased at the scene.
A second victim, a 21-year-old man, was transported to a hospital with a gunshot wound but later succumbed to his injuries.
Authorities stated that the home, believed to be a short-term rental property, was being used for the gathering.
According to the property owner, she received a call around 2 a.m. from someone at the house expressing concerns about feeling unsafe.
Neighbors also reported hearing gunshots and subsequently contacted the property owner. Witnesses noted that several vehicles fled the scene following the gunfire.
Police have not yet determined how many people were present during the gathering and have not released any details regarding potential suspects.
Investigators are working to gather more information about the incident and the circumstances that led to the fatal shootings.
The DeKalb County Police Department urges anyone with information to contact their office or Crime Stoppers to assist in solving the case.