Crime
18-year-old woman dead, 38-year-old man injured inside vehicle in South Loop
Chicago police are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred late Friday night in the city’s South Loop neighborhood, leaving an 18-year-old woman dead and a 38-year-old man injured.
According to authorities, officers responded to reports of gunfire in the 100 block of East 21st Street shortly before midnight. Upon arrival, they discovered two gunshot victims inside a vehicle.
A witness informed police that the victims had been targeted by gunfire from another moving vehicle, though no suspect description has been released at this time.
Police confirmed that 18-year-old Deshaunte suffered two gunshot wounds to the chest and was pronounced dead at the scene.
The second victim, a 38-year-old man, sustained a gunshot wound to the hand.
He was transported to Northwestern Memorial Hospital, where he is reported to be in good condition.
No additional injuries were reported in the incident.
Detectives from Area Three are actively investigating the circumstances surrounding the shooting. At this time, no arrests have been made, and authorities have not disclosed any possible motive.
Police urge anyone with information to contact Chicago Police Department or submit anonymous tips to Crime Stoppers.
This remains a developing story, and further updates will be provided as more details emerge.
The Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office (PBSO) is investigating a series of shootings that occurred Wednesday night in Pahokee, culminating in a deputy-involved shooting.
The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE), the Palm Beach County State Attorney’s Office, and PBSO’s Violent Crimes Division are conducting parallel and joint reviews of the incident.
According to authorities, the violence began on Wednesday, February 25, at approximately 10:12 p.m., when 44-year-old Charles McCloud Jr. allegedly initiated a series of shootings at multiple locations throughout Pahokee over a roughly 40-minute span.
First Shooting – 171 Booker Place (10:12 p.m.)
McCloud allegedly shot two adult males at a residence located at 171 Booker Place.
Both victims were pronounced deceased at the scene.
Second Shooting – 8700 Block of Doveland Drive
Shortly afterward, multiple gunshots were reported in the 8700 block of Doveland Drive.
Although several rounds were fired, authorities confirmed that no individuals were struck during this incident.
Third Shooting – 750 Belle Glade Road
The third shooting occurred at a convenience store located at 750 Belle Glade Road.
An adult male was shot during this incident and transported for medical treatment. Officials report the victim is expected to survive.
While responding to the reported gunfire on Doveland Drive and conducting a preliminary investigation, a PBSO deputy was securing the area with crime scene tape when McCloud allegedly drove a black GMC SUV directly at the deputy.
Authorities state that McCloud struck the deputy with the vehicle, pushing him approximately 40 feet. After exiting the SUV armed with a firearm, McCloud allegedly attempted to shoot the injured deputy.
In response, the deputy discharged his service weapon, striking McCloud. A second PBSO deputy also discharged his firearm during the encounter. McCloud was pronounced deceased at the scene.
The injured deputy sustained serious injuries and is currently receiving treatment at St. Mary’s Medical Center.
According to PBSO, Charles McCloud Jr. had an extensive criminal history, including prior charges for Riot, Resisting an Officer with Violence, Armed Robbery, Aggravated Battery with a Deadly Weapon, Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon, Carrying a Concealed Weapon, Narcotics Equipment/Possession, and Escape or Attempted Escape from a county facility.
In accordance with standard agency policy, the deputy involved in the shooting has been placed on administrative leave pending the outcome of the investigation.
The FDLE, the Palm Beach County State Attorney’s Office, and PBSO’s Violent Crimes Division continue to actively investigate all aspects of the shootings, including the deputy-involved use of force.
Additional information will be released as it becomes available.