Crime
Shooting and Crash Incident at Washington & Laramie Leaves One Dead
CHICAGO, IL – A tragic series of events unfolded in the early hours when a 30-year-old man was fatally shot near the intersection of Washington Boulevard and Laramie Avenue.
The victim, who sustained multiple gunshot wounds to the chest and lower extremities, was in a silver Jeep when the incident occurred. The shooting took place in an alley near the location.
Following the shooting, a female driver, described as wearing a black coat and blue jeans, attempted to rush the victim to the hospital. While en route, the vehicle crashed near Flournoy Street and Laramie Avenue, close to the I-290 expressway ramp.
After the collision, the female driver abandoned the vehicle and fled eastbound on Flournoy Street on foot. Authorities are currently searching for the driver, who remains unidentified at this time.
Despite efforts to save him, the victim was pronounced deceased at the scene due to the severity of his injuries.
The Chicago Police Department is actively investigating the shooting and subsequent crash. The alley where the shooting occurred has been cordoned off as a crime scene, and detectives are working to gather evidence and identify the perpetrator(s).
Anyone with information regarding the shooting, the crash, or the fleeing individual is urged to contact the Chicago Police Department or submit an anonymous tip to Crime Stoppers.
Crime
25-Year-Old Adrian Scott Arrested and Charged in Connection with July Bomb and Arson Investigation
St. Louis, MO — Authorities have arrested and charged 25-year-old Adrian Scott in connection with a July incident that sparked a Bomb and Arson investigation after a video surfaced on social media showing a man deliberately throwing fireworks at people and property.
According to the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department, Scott was taken into custody two days ago following an extensive investigation by detectives assigned to the department’s Bomb and Arson Unit.
He now faces one count of Promoting Civil Disorder and one count of Armed Criminal Action, both felony charges.
Investigators say the viral video captured Scott recklessly igniting and throwing explosive fireworks in a public area, endangering bystanders and causing property damage.
The footage prompted widespread concern and led to the official investigation.
Following his arrest, Scott was booked into custody and is awaiting further court proceedings.
Authorities emphasized that such reckless and dangerous behavior will be met with serious legal consequences, noting that the charges reflect the severity of the offense and the potential harm caused to the public.