Crime
Man Killed in Calumet Park Beach Shooting
CHICAGO, IL — A man was fatally shot at Calumet Park Beach on May 15, 2025, in an incident that sparked panic among families and children enjoying a day at the lakefront.
According to police, the man —who has not yet been publicly identified—was struck by gunfire in the vicinity of the beach near Calumet Park, a recreational area located in the city’s East Side neighborhood.
The shooting occurred just over an hour after several families had arrived at the park to enjoy the afternoon.
A witness, who brought her children to the beach after a youth baseball game was canceled due to weather concerns, described the terrifying ordeal.
“We went to Calumet Park so the kids could play at the beach since the game was canceled,” she said. “A few other parents joined us, and everything was going well until shots rang out—so many that it sounded like a machine gun.”
The gunfire reportedly broke out near the playground area while the witness and her group were on the opposite end of the park near the pier.
She described the moment families began scrambling for safety.
“People were running everywhere, grabbing their children and trying to make it to their cars. It was complete chaos. I’m thankful we weren’t closer, but it was horrifying to see.”
The man was pronounced dead at the scene.
No additional injuries were reported, and no arrests have been made as of Thursday evening.
Area detectives are actively investigating, and police are reviewing surveillance footage and gathering witness statements.
The shooting has raised new concerns about safety in public parks ahead of the summer season. Community members are urging city leaders to increase security and visibility in family-oriented spaces to prevent further violence.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Chicago Police or submit tips anonymously to CPD’s tip line at 833-408-0069.
Crime
Angela Johnson and Her Son DeAngelo Johnson Killed After Shooting Inside Home in Chicago, Mother’s Boyfriend in Custody
CHICAGO — A 47-year-old mother and her 27-year-old son were fatally shot inside a residence in Chicago’s Austin neighborhood on the West Side late Thursday night, September 24, 2026, according to Chicago police.
The victims were identified as Angela Johnson, 47, and DeAngelo Johnson, 27. Police said a suspect, identified as Angela Johnson’s boyfriend, was taken into custody following the shooting.
The deadly shooting happened in the 800 block of North Parkside Avenue at approximately 10:43 p.m. Witnesses reported hearing gunshots coming from the basement of the residence and called 911.
When Chicago police officers arrived, they found the two victims suffering from gunshot wounds.
Angela Johnson was found in the basement with a gunshot wound to her chest. Police-radio traffic indicated she had been shot on the right side of her chest.
DeAngelo Johnson was found on the first floor with multiple gunshot wounds. Radio traffic indicated that he had suffered two gunshot wounds to his back.
Both victims were initially unresponsive and in critical condition. Emergency personnel performed CPR on DeAngelo Johnson before both victims were transported to Mount Sinai Hospital, where they were pronounced dead.
According to police-radio traffic, one victim was pronounced dead at approximately 11:18 p.m., while the male victim was pronounced dead around 11:21 p.m.
Investigators found extensive evidence inside the residence, including approximately 23 shell casings in a basement bedroom. Additional shell casings were reportedly recovered in other areas of the basement, including the stairway, main room and bedroom.
Officers initially recovered a firearm and shell casings from the basement bedroom. Police later located a second firearm inside the home, bringing the total number of recovered firearms to two.
Authorities have not publicly stated who owned the firearms or confirmed which weapon, if either, was used in the fatal shooting.
Police also reported that DeAngelo Johnson was wearing an empty holster when officers found him on the first floor. That discovery prompted an officer-safety alert as officers searched the residence for the missing firearm.
Chicago police said the shooting appeared to be domestic-related and identified the alleged offender as the mother’s boyfriend.
Radio traffic indicated that a person had been detained by approximately 11:26 p.m. The official police report later confirmed that the known offender was taken into custody.
Two witnesses were reportedly available to identify the alleged offender, and officers conducted a show-up identification procedure near the scene.
Police have not released additional information about potential charges against the suspect.
The investigation into the Chicago Austin neighborhood double shooting remains ongoing. Detectives are continuing to examine the circumstances that led to the shooting, the relationship between the people involved and the role of the two recovered firearms.
The deaths of Angela Johnson and DeAngelo Johnson are being investigated as a double homicide.