Crime
Video: Woman Fatally Shot at 79th & Bennett in Chicago, Leaves Behind Six Children
No suspects are currently in custody.
Chicago, IL – The Cook County Medical Examiner’s Office has officially identified 29-year-old Jamia Taylor, also known as “Mya”, as the victim of a fatal shooting early Sunday morning.
On February 9, 2025, at approximately 5:25 a.m., Chicago Police Department (CPD) officers responded to multiple reports of a woman shot near 79th Street and Bennett Avenue.
Upon arrival, officers discovered Taylor unresponsive in the middle of the street, suffering from multiple gunshot wounds to the chest and body.
Emergency responders rushed her to the University of Chicago Medical Center, where she was pronounced deceased.
Preliminary investigations indicate that Taylor had been attending a party or gathering to celebrate her birthday when she was approached by an unknown assailant, who opened fire before fleeing the scene.
No suspects are currently in custody.
The CPD’s Area 4 Detectives are actively investigating this homicide. Authorities urge anyone with relevant information to come forward by:
- Submitting an anonymous tip at CPDTIP.COM
- Calling the Chicago Police Department’s 4th District at (312) 747-8205
Taylor, a mother of six, leaves behind her young children and a grieving family.
The community is asked to honor their wishes and keep Taylor’s loved ones in thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
This remains an ongoing investigation, and additional details will be provided as they become available.
GLEN BURNIE, Md. — Authorities are investigating an officer-involved shooting reported in Glen Burnie, Maryland, after an incident in which a suspect allegedly crashed a vehicle into a law enforcement agent.
Preliminary reports indicate that one suspect sustained a gunshot wound and was transported under a Priority B medical status.
Emergency medical services also responded to assist a law enforcement agent who reported neck pain; a second EMS unit was requested to provide additional medical evaluation and care.
The circumstances leading up to the shooting, including what prompted the vehicle collision and the use of force, have not yet been fully detailed by authorities.
Police have confirmed that the scene was secured, and standard investigative protocols for officer-involved shootings have been initiated.
No further information regarding the identities of those involved or the suspect’s condition has been released at this time.
Officials stated that additional details will be provided as the investigation continues.