Crime
At least four injured after shooting at 63rd Street and Drexel in Chicago
CHICAGO, IL – A mass shooting unfolded late Saturday evening near 63rd Street and Drexel Avenue on the city’s South Side, prompting a large-scale police response and ongoing investigation.
According to the Chicago Police Department, officers were dispatched to the area following reports of multiple individuals shot.
Upon arrival, they located four victims suffering from gunshot wounds. Initial reports indicate that one of the victims may be a 5-year-old child.
The condition of the victims has not yet been disclosed, and authorities have not confirmed the circumstances that led to the shooting.
The scene remained active for several hours as detectives canvassed the area for evidence, interviewed witnesses, and reviewed surveillance footage.
No arrests have been made at this time, and Area One detectives are leading the investigation.
Officials urge anyone with information to contact the Chicago Police Department or submit anonymous tips through CPD Tip at cpdtip.com.
Further details are expected to be released as the investigation continues.
SAN JOSE, Calif. — A San Jose police officer was shot and injured while investigating an armed carjacking in the downtown area on Wednesday, according to the San Jose Police Department (SJPD).
Authorities said the incident unfolded near the downtown core, close to major roadways including Highway 87 and the Julian Street exit.
Preliminary information indicates the suspect was involved in a series of violent events spanning multiple jurisdictions prior to the shooting.
Investigators believe the suspect initially stole a white Honda in Hollister, after abandoning a green Chevrolet Corvette.
During the course of the incident, the suspect allegedly fired shots at pursuing law enforcement officers, prompting a high-speed pursuit.
Police said the chase continued northbound on U.S. Highway 101, with speeds reportedly exceeding 100 miles per hour, traveling from Gilroy to San Jose. The pursuit ultimately led officers into the downtown area, where the officer-involved shooting occurred.
SJPD confirmed that a sworn department member was struck by gunfire and was transported to a local hospital. The officer’s condition has not been publicly disclosed at this time.
In a statement released on social media, the department said:
“SJPD is currently investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred in downtown San Jose related to an armed carjacking. An SJPD sworn Department member has been shot and transported to a local hospital. This is an active and ongoing investigation, and PIOs will share more information as it becomes available.”
As of Wednesday afternoon, police had not confirmed whether any suspects were in custody, nor had they indicated whether any civilians were injured during the incident.
The shooting took place in an area that includes government buildings, businesses, and major transit hubs, leading to temporary traffic disruptions and a heightened police presence.
The investigation remains active and ongoing, and additional details are expected to be released by authorities as more information becomes available.