Crime
South Shore Shooting: Terri Bailey Arrested in Shooting Death of 29-Year-Old Jamia Taylor
Chicago, IL – Authorities have taken Terri Lashae Bailey, also known as Kitana Brooks, into custody in connection with the fatal shooting of 29-year-old Jamia Taylor.
The Cook County Medical Examiner’s Office confirmed that Taylor, who was also known as “Mya”, was shot and killed in the early morning hours of Sunday, February 9, 2025.
At approximately 5:25 a.m., Chicago Police Department (CPD) officers responded to multiple reports of gunfire near 79th Street and Bennett Avenue.
Upon arrival, officers discovered Taylor unresponsive in the middle of the street, suffering from multiple gunshot wounds to her chest and body.
Taylor was rushed to the University of Chicago Medical Center, where she was pronounced deceased shortly after arrival.
Investigators believe Taylor had been attending a gathering at an after-hours event to celebrate her birthday when she was confronted by the shooter, who opened fire before fleeing the scene.
Following an intensive investigation, authorities identified Bailey as the primary suspect and took her into custody.
The Chicago Police Department’s Area 4 Detectives continue to investigate and encourage anyone with additional information to submit tips anonymously at CPDTIP.COM or contact the Chicago Police Department directly.
Crime
Two Children Killed, Two Others Critically Injured in Angleton-Area Shooting, Mother in Custody
ANGLETON, Texas — Authorities are investigating a tragic shooting in Brazoria County that left two children dead and two others critically injured early Saturday morning.
According to the Brazoria County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO), deputies were dispatched around 5:00 a.m. after a distressed woman called 911, reporting that her son had attempted to kill her and that multiple children were in the vehicle with her.
Deputies located the woman and the children at a gas station on State Highway 288B near FM 521.
Investigators believe the shooting occurred elsewhere, and multiple agencies are now working to determine the exact location of the incident.
Upon arrival, deputies found four children suffering from gunshot wounds. A 13-year-old and a 4-year-old were pronounced dead at the scene.
An 8-year-old and a 9-year-old were airlifted to a nearby trauma hospital in critical condition.
Authorities later confirmed both surviving children are expected to recover.
Initial reports indicate that all individuals involved have been accounted for, and there is no ongoing threat to the community.
A female adult—believed to be the children’s mother—has been taken into custody.
While investigators initially received conflicting information suggesting one of the children may have been responsible, authorities now believe the adult female was the shooter.
In a statement, the Brazoria County Sheriff’s Office said:
“All individuals believed to be involved have been detained, and there is no ongoing threat to the community. While the details are still developing, the loss of two children in such a manner is a tragedy. Our thoughts are with the family and everyone affected as we continue to learn more about this heartbreaking situation.”
The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office confirmed it is assisting Brazoria County investigators at a related residence in Montgomery County, believed to be connected to the ongoing investigation.
Authorities have not yet released the names of the victims or the suspect pending notification of next of kin.
The investigation remains active.