Crime
Two Women Killed, One Critically Injured in South Shore Alleyway Shooting
The third victim, who sustained gunshot wounds to the face and chest, was transported to the University of Chicago Hospital in critical condition.
In the early hours of Tuesday, January 28, 2025, a tragic shooting in Chicago’s South Shore neighborhood left two women dead and a third critically wounded.
The incident occurred in an alley in the 7700 block of South Oglesby Avenue on the city’s South Side.
Shortly before 5 a.m., Chicago Police Department officers responded to reports of gunfire in the area. Upon arrival, they discovered three women suffering from gunshot wounds in the alley.
Two of the women, both shot in the head, were pronounced dead at the scene. The Cook County Medical Examiner’s Office has yet to release their identities.
The third victim, who sustained gunshot wounds to the face and chest, was transported to the University of Chicago Hospital in critical condition.
Authorities believe the victims were all between the ages of 20 and 30. There were no additional injuries reported.
The circumstances surrounding the shooting remain unclear, and police have not yet identified any suspects. It is also unknown how many individuals may have been involved in the incident.
Area Two detectives are leading the investigation. Law enforcement is urging anyone with information to come forward. Tips can be submitted anonymously at cpdtip.com or by calling 833-408-0069.
The South Shore community has been shaken by this violent act, which highlights ongoing concerns about gun violence in the city.
Local residents are being asked to remain vigilant and assist investigators with any relevant details that could help bring the perpetrator(s) to justice.
As police work to determine the motive and sequence of events, city officials and community leaders are encouraging residents to use available resources, including violence prevention programs and neighborhood watch initiatives, to foster safety and unity in the area.
Further updates on the investigation will be provided as more information becomes available.
MEMPHIS, TN – A mass shooting in South Memphis on Wednesday afternoon left two people dead and three others critically injured following a violent exchange of gunfire inside a residence near LeMoyne-Owen College.
The shooting occurred at a home on College Park Drive, just yards away from the LeMoyne-Owen College campus and in close proximity to a daycare and tutoring facility.
Emergency responders arrived to find five victims suffering from gunshot wounds. One individual was pronounced dead at the scene, while another succumbed to their injuries at Regional One Health.
One victim has been identified as Leon Parker.
The three remaining victims were transported to local hospitals in critical condition.
The Memphis Police Department (MPD) responded swiftly, with multiple squad cars, ambulances, fire trucks, and crime scene vans lining the street for hours. MPD Chief C.J. Davis and other top officials were present as the investigation unfolded.
Authorities believe the shooting stemmed from an altercation inside the home that escalated into gunfire.
“There was some type of disturbance inside the residence that led to an exchange of gunfire,” said Lt. Louis Brownlee, an MPD spokesperson.
Police have confirmed that all individuals involved in the shooting have been identified, and the violence appears to have been contained within the residence. However, the motive for the shooting remains unclear, and it has not been determined who fired the first shots or whether any of the survivors will face charges.
Shortly after the shooting, LeMoyne-Owen College issued a statement clarifying that the incident did not involve any students, faculty, or staff and occurred off-campus.
“LeMoyne-Owen College remains fully operational following reports of an off-campus incident near 948 College Park Drive. The incident did not involve or impact LeMoyne-Owen College students, faculty, or staff, and there are no lockdowns or alerts in place at this time,” the college’s statement read.
Dr. Dunn-Ross, Chief Operating Officer of LeMoyne-Owen College, emphasized the college’s commitment to safety:
“The safety and well-being of our campus community is always our top priority. We are aware of the situation and in communication with local authorities. At this time, there is no threat to our campus, and operations will continue as normal.”
As of now, MPD has not provided further details on the cause of the altercation or whether any arrests have been made. The investigation remains active, and authorities urge anyone with information to contact law enforcement.