Crime
New footage of the suspect who attempted to kill Nick Fuentes
Berwyn, Illinois police say the suspect, who was wanted for a triple homicide in Mahomet, was shot dead.
Berwyn, IL – New surveillance footage has emerged of a suspect who attempted to harm political commentator Nick Fuentes at his residence on December 18, 2024.
The suspect, armed with a pistol and crossbow, reportedly approached Fuentes’ home while he was livestreaming and shouted, “Yo, Nick!” before being apprehended nearby by law enforcement.
According to the Berwyn Police Department, the incident began around 11:38 p.m. when officers responded to reports of an armed individual on the 1800 block of Home Avenue.
Upon arrival, officers encountered the suspect, who fled on foot and evaded initial attempts to detain him.
The suspect forcibly entered a nearby residence on the 1800 block of Wenonah Avenue, where he fatally shot two dogs.
Officers observed him fleeing eastward into a yard on the 1800 block of Home Avenue. Despite verbal commands to surrender, the suspect fired at officers, prompting them to return fire.
The suspect was fatally struck.
No officers were injured during the exchange.
Preliminary reports indicate the suspect was wanted for a triple homicide earlier in the day in Mahomet, Illinois.
The Berwyn Police Department confirmed that the Illinois State Police Public Integrity Task Force has taken over the investigation.
“This remains an active and ongoing investigation,” Berwyn authorities stated.
The incident has raised concerns among community members, but police reassured residents that there is no ongoing threat to public safety.
Authorities are urging anyone with information or video surveillance related to the incident to contact the Confidential Berwyn Police Hotline at 708-749-6564.
Danville, IL – Authorities have identified 35-year-old Joseph Jones of Champaign as the victim of a fatal shooting in Danville late Saturday night.
Danville police officers responded to the intersection of Collett and Williams Streets around 11 p.m. after receiving a report of a “subject lying on the ground.”
Simultaneously, officers in the vicinity reported hearing gunfire in the area.
Upon arrival, police discovered an unresponsive male with multiple gunshot wounds.
Officers immediately initiated life-saving measures until emergency medical services (EMS) arrived. Despite their efforts, Jones was pronounced dead at the scene.
The Vermilion County Coroner confirmed Jones’ identity as the victim of the shooting.
The Illinois State Police were called in to assist the Danville Police Department with the ongoing crime scene investigation.
Authorities have released limited information about the incident at this time.
They are urging anyone with knowledge of the shooting to come forward. The Danville Police Department encourages individuals to contact them directly at 217-431-2250. For those wishing to remain anonymous, tips can be submitted via Crime Stoppers by calling 217-446-TIPS, visiting their website, or using the mobile app P3 TIPS.
The investigation remains active as officials work to determine the circumstances surrounding this tragic event.