Crime
43-year-old Isaac Lamont Cunningham killed in Roanoke shooting
ROANOKE, Va. — Roanoke Police have identified the victim in a fatal shooting that occurred Friday as 43-year-old Isaac Lamont Cunningham of Roanoke.
According to police, officers were dispatched to the 200 block of 12th Street SW in response to a report of a shooting.
Upon arrival, they discovered a man suffering from gunshot wounds outside of a vehicle. Despite emergency response efforts, the victim was pronounced dead at the scene.
The victim was later identified as Isaac ‘Ike’ Lamont Cunningham.
A family member confirmed his identity and shared that he was the father of 15-year-old Isaac Cunningham, who was tragically shot and killed in a separate incident in June of last year.
At this time, no arrests have been made. Investigators are actively working to determine the circumstances surrounding the shooting and are urging anyone with information to come forward.
The Roanoke Police Department continues to investigate the case.
Anyone with details related to the incident is encouraged to contact authorities at (540) 344-8500. Anonymous tips are also welcome.
CHICAGO — A 37-year-old Chicago photographer was fatally shot Sunday night in the West Pullman neighborhood, according to the Chicago Police Department.
The victim was identified as Troy Hollingsworth, owner of PolaBear Red Filmz.
Police said Hollingsworth was seated inside his Nissan Maxima in the 100 block of East 118th Place at approximately 9:30 p.m. on Sunday, January 18, when an unknown individual opened fire.
Hollingsworth was struck multiple times and was pronounced dead at the scene, authorities confirmed.
At this time, no suspects are in custody, and detectives are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
Additional details have not been released as the investigation remains ongoing.