Crime
24-year-old Timothy Moore arrested after 3-year-old dies in shooting near Libby
LIBBY, Mont. — A 24-year-old man has been arrested and is being held on a pending charge of negligent homicide following the fatal shooting of his 3-year-old son Samuel Arthur Moore Tuesday morning south of Libby, according to the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office.
Authorities responded to a report of a child suffering from a gunshot wound on Granite Creek Road shortly after 10 a.m.
Upon arrival, first responders were informed that the child had been accidentally shot in the face.
Emergency personnel provided medical treatment at the scene before transporting the child to Cabinet Peaks Medical Center.
Despite efforts to save him, the child was later pronounced dead at the hospital, Sheriff Darren Short confirmed.
Following an initial investigation, the child’s father, Timothy Moore, was taken into custody.
He is currently being held at the Lincoln County Detention Center on a $500,000 bond.
The Montana State Crime Lab in Missoula is scheduled to perform an autopsy as part of the ongoing investigation.
Authorities have not released further details regarding the circumstances of the shooting or how the child came into contact with the firearm.
The case remains under active investigation by the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office.
CHICAGO, IL (Cook County) — Chicago police and emergency crews responded to an officer-involved shooting following a chaotic pursuit involving a stolen ambulance from Loretto Hospital.
According to preliminary reports, officers were dispatched to the intersection of West Chicago Avenue and North Cicero Avenue after a suspect allegedly stole an ambulance from the hospital premises.
During the ensuing pursuit, the suspect reportedly struck multiple police officers with the vehicle, prompting officers to discharge their weapons.
The suspect was subsequently taken into custody at the scene.
Emergency Medical Services (EMS) have been requested for two injured officers, who were transported to a nearby medical facility for treatment.
Their conditions have not yet been released.
Authorities have secured the area, and multiple law enforcement units remain on scene as the investigation continues.
The Civilian Office of Police Accountability (COPA) has been notified and will review the incident in accordance with department policy.