Crime
Police Search for Suspects in Fatal Bronx Shooting Following Alleged Parking Dispute
Authorities are actively searching for suspects involved in the fatal shooting of a 49-year-old man during an alleged dispute over a parking space in the Bronx.
The incident occurred shortly before 2 a.m. on Saturday in front of a residential building on Fowler Avenue.
According to initial reports, the victim, identified as Trevor Hughes, became involved in an argument with two men over a parking spot.
The confrontation escalated, leading to Hughes being shot in the stomach.
Emergency responders arrived at the scene and transported Hughes to a nearby hospital, where he was later pronounced dead.
The New York City Police Department (NYPD) stated that the suspects were last seen fleeing the scene in a Jeep SUV.
Hours after the shooting, police had cordoned off the area, with crime scene tape still surrounding Hughes’ building.
Investigators placed evidence markers on the sidewalk near a glove, a spent shell casing, and other forensic evidence.
As of now, no arrests have been made.
An NYPD spokesperson noted that while the initial report suggested the dispute stemmed from a parking disagreement, authorities have not yet confirmed the exact circumstances leading to the shooting.
The investigation remains ongoing, and police are urging anyone with information to come forward.
CHICAGO, IL — A man was found shot to death Friday night on Chicago’s South Side, prompting a homicide investigation by Area One detectives, according to the Chicago Police Department.
Officers responded to reports of gunfire in the 900 block of West 63rd Parkway in the Englewood neighborhood at approximately 10:00 p.m.
Upon arrival, officers discovered a 36-year-old male victim suffering from gunshot wounds to the head and neck.
Emergency medical personnel were called to the scene, but the victim was pronounced dead on arrival.
The Cook County Medical Examiner’s Office later identified him as Emerald Pretty, age 36.
According to preliminary information, a male suspect exited a white sedan, approached the victim, and opened fire before fleeing the scene in the same vehicle.
No arrests have been made at this time, and Area One detectives are actively investigating the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
Authorities have not released details on a possible motive or whether the incident may have been targeted.
Police are urging anyone with information to contact the Chicago Police Department’s Area One Bureau of Detectives or submit an anonymous tip through CPD’s tip line or Crime Stoppers.