Crime
19-Year-Old Belinda Fuentes Fatally Shot in Chicago’s Back of the Yards Neighborhood
A woman reported that a man, armed with a gun, had approached her 11-year-old daughter in their backyard.
A tragic shooting claimed the life of a 19-year-old Belinda Fuentes near 2000 block of West 47th Street, Back of the Yards, South Side, Chicago
The victim sustained multiple gunshot wounds and subsequently crashed her vehicle following the gunfire.
She was pronounced deceased at the scene.
Police confirmed the injuries included:
- One gunshot wound to the face
- One gunshot wound to the arm
- Six gunshot wounds to the chest
Authorities urge anyone who witnessed the incident or has information to submit tips anonymously via cpdtip.com or call 833-408-0069.
Shortly after the shooting, police responded to a separate call near 48th and Seeley.
A woman reported that a man, armed with a gun, had approached her 11-year-old daughter in their backyard.
This area was enclosed with a privacy fence, suggesting the suspect had entered by climbing over it.
Police apprehended the alleged shooter during their search.
Remarkably, the suspect himself called 911, stating that he believed he had shot someone. He surrendered to nearby officers without further incident.
Preliminary investigations suggest the suspect may have been involved in gang-related activity and possibly fired shots at a passing vehicle, unaware of the victim’s identity.
While the suspectโs decision to call 911 and turn himself in is an uncommon occurrence, the outcome remains a heartbreaking tragedy. The victim, a young woman with her life ahead of her, suffered a senseless loss due to gun violence.
Authorities continue their investigation into the circumstances surrounding the shooting and ask the public for any additional information that may aid in their efforts.
This devastating event underscores the need for ongoing community efforts to address gun violence and ensure safety in Chicago’s neighborhoods.
MT. JULIET, Tenn. โ 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.