Crime
Mariah Ivy Died One Day After Jumping from Third-Floor Window During Home Invasion in South Chicago
CHICAGO, IL – A woman has died from injuries sustained after jumping from a third-floor apartment window during a violent home invasion in South Chicago.
The incident occurred on Saturday, March 16, 2025, at approximately 5:30 p.m., when a 21-year-old man and 20-year-old Mariah Ivy were inside an apartment located in the 8000 block of South Manistee Avenue.
According to police, an unidentified suspect forced entry into the residence and opened fire at both individuals.
In a desperate attempt to escape, Ivy and the male victim jumped from a third-story window.
Ivy suffered severe blunt force trauma to her body and was transported to the hospital in critical condition.
Despite medical intervention, she succumbed to her injuries and was pronounced dead on Monday, March 18, 2025.
The male victim sustained serious injuries to both legs and was transported to the University of Chicago Medical Center, where he remains in serious condition.
No suspects are currently in custody.
Chicago Police Department detectives are actively investigating the case.
Authorities urge anyone with information regarding this fatal home invasion to come forward. Anonymous tips can be submitted at CPDTip.com.
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.