Crime
Jackson Woman Charged with Murder in Fatal Shooting of Husband Following Argument About Social Media Request
JACKSON, MS – A 30-year-old woman, identified as Rashaan Wallace, has been charged with murder following the fatal shooting of her husband, 33-year-old Damion Reed, according to authorities.
Wallace made her initial court appearance, where she was formally charged in connection with the February 23 incident.
Jackson Police Department detectives reported that the shooting occurred after Reed allegedly attacked Wallace during a dispute.
Investigators revealed that Reed had access to Wallace’s social media account and had become angry over a friend request she had made.
The situation escalated, leading to a confrontation inside their home.
Authorities state that Wallace initially fired a warning shot as Reed approached her.
When he allegedly refused to back down, she then fired a second shot, fatally wounding him.
Jackson Police Chief Joseph Wade confirmed that a child was inside the home at the time of the shooting.
Following the shooting, Wallace, a licensed practical nurse, performed CPR on Reed and called 911 in an attempt to render aid.
Despite her efforts, Reed succumbed to his injuries.
Wallace was taken into custody and is currently being held at the Hinds County Detention Center in Raymond.
A judge set her bond at $50,000, and she maintains that she acted in self-defense.
The case remains under investigation by law enforcement.
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.