Crime
Fatal Shooting and Crash Outside Anderson Nightclub Leaves One Dead, Two Injured
ANDERSON, IN — A tragic incident outside an Anderson nightclub early Sunday morning resulted in the death of a 26-year-old woman and left two others injured following a shooting and subsequent vehicle-related accident.
The deceased has been identified as Dayla Swain, 26, according to the Marion County Coroner’s Office.
The Anderson Police Department (APD) responded to reports of gunfire around 3 a.m. on Sunday, February 4, at Sonny Ray’s, located at 1536 S. Madison Avenue.
Upon arrival, officers discovered that shots had been fired outside the establishment, striking two women.
Swain was found lying in the roadway near the scene, critically injured. Another female victim was located in front of a nearby residence, also suffering from gunshot wounds.
Swain was transported to a hospital in Indianapolis, where she later succumbed to her injuries. The second gunshot victim was taken to a local hospital and is currently receiving medical care.
During the chaotic aftermath of the shooting, a third woman was reportedly struck by a vehicle.
According to police, she later checked herself into a nearby hospital for treatment. Her condition has not been disclosed.
At this time, no arrests have been made, and the investigation remains active.
Detectives are working diligently to gather evidence, review surveillance footage, and interview potential witnesses.
The Anderson Police Department urges anyone with information related to this case to contact Detectives Brett Webb or Travis Thompson at (765) 648-6731. Anonymous tips can also be submitted through Crime Stoppers.
Further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses.
Chatham, Illinois — Authorities are investigating a tragic incident after a woman drove her vehicle through a daycare and after-school camp facility, resulting in multiple casualties.
According to Illinois State Police, the incident occurred when Marianne Akers drove a Jeep through the YNot After-School Camp in Chatham.
Witnesses reported that Akers struck several children outside the building before crashing through the facility and exiting from the opposite side.
Officials confirmed that four victims, ranging in age from 4 to 18 years old, were killed in the incident.
Six additional individuals sustained injuries and were transported to area hospitals for treatment. Akers was also taken to the hospital for medical evaluation.
Authorities on the scene conducted a field sobriety test on Akers, which she reportedly failed.
Multiple sources and witnesses at the scene have stated that Akers appeared intoxicated, and preliminary reports indicate that driving under the influence (DUI) is suspected as a contributing factor in the crash.
Police have taken Akers into custody.
Charges are pending the results of further investigation and toxicology reports.
Officials have emphasized the seriousness of the allegations, with some community members calling for stringent penalties for DUI offenses involved in fatal crashes.
It has also been confirmed that Akers was employed by the Chatham School District’s food service department at the time of the incident.
Law enforcement agencies, including Illinois State Police and Chatham Police Department, continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the crash. Additional details, including formal charges, are expected to be released in the coming days.
Anyone with further information regarding the incident is urged to contact Illinois State Police or local law enforcement.