Crime
35-year-old Tyrone Booker shot to death while driving in Lawndale neighborhood
At this time, no suspects are in custody, and the investigation remains ongoing under the direction of Area Four detectives.
CHICAGO, IL – A 35-year-old man was shot and killed late Thursday night while driving through the Lawndale neighborhood on the city’s West Side, according to the Chicago Police Department.
The fatal shooting occurred just after 11:30 p.m. in the 1200 block of South Sawyer Avenue.
Authorities reported that the victim was traveling inside a vehicle when an unidentified individual on foot opened fire.
In an apparent attempt to escape the gunfire, the victim’s vehicle collided with two parked cars.
Emergency responders transported the victim to Mt. Sinai Hospital, where he was pronounced deceased due to gunshot wounds to the torso and head.
The Cook County Medical Examiner’s Office later identified the victim as 35-year-old Tyrone Booker.
At this time, no suspects are in custody, and the investigation remains ongoing under the direction of Area Four detectives.
Authorities have not yet provided additional details regarding the circumstances of the shooting or a potential motive.
Anyone with information related to the incident is urged to contact the Chicago Police Department or submit an anonymous tip through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-535-STOP.
The Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office (PBSO) is investigating a series of shootings that occurred Wednesday night in Pahokee, culminating in a deputy-involved shooting.
The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE), the Palm Beach County State Attorney’s Office, and PBSO’s Violent Crimes Division are conducting parallel and joint reviews of the incident.
According to authorities, the violence began on Wednesday, February 25, at approximately 10:12 p.m., when 44-year-old Charles McCloud Jr. allegedly initiated a series of shootings at multiple locations throughout Pahokee over a roughly 40-minute span.
First Shooting – 171 Booker Place (10:12 p.m.)
McCloud allegedly shot two adult males at a residence located at 171 Booker Place.
Both victims were pronounced deceased at the scene.
Second Shooting – 8700 Block of Doveland Drive
Shortly afterward, multiple gunshots were reported in the 8700 block of Doveland Drive.
Although several rounds were fired, authorities confirmed that no individuals were struck during this incident.
Third Shooting – 750 Belle Glade Road
The third shooting occurred at a convenience store located at 750 Belle Glade Road.
An adult male was shot during this incident and transported for medical treatment. Officials report the victim is expected to survive.
While responding to the reported gunfire on Doveland Drive and conducting a preliminary investigation, a PBSO deputy was securing the area with crime scene tape when McCloud allegedly drove a black GMC SUV directly at the deputy.
Authorities state that McCloud struck the deputy with the vehicle, pushing him approximately 40 feet. After exiting the SUV armed with a firearm, McCloud allegedly attempted to shoot the injured deputy.
In response, the deputy discharged his service weapon, striking McCloud. A second PBSO deputy also discharged his firearm during the encounter. McCloud was pronounced deceased at the scene.
The injured deputy sustained serious injuries and is currently receiving treatment at St. Mary’s Medical Center.
According to PBSO, Charles McCloud Jr. had an extensive criminal history, including prior charges for Riot, Resisting an Officer with Violence, Armed Robbery, Aggravated Battery with a Deadly Weapon, Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon, Carrying a Concealed Weapon, Narcotics Equipment/Possession, and Escape or Attempted Escape from a county facility.
In accordance with standard agency policy, the deputy involved in the shooting has been placed on administrative leave pending the outcome of the investigation.
The FDLE, the Palm Beach County State Attorney’s Office, and PBSO’s Violent Crimes Division continue to actively investigate all aspects of the shootings, including the deputy-involved use of force.
Additional information will be released as it becomes available.