Crime
Federal law enforcement have identified name of person of interest in Charlie Kirk assassination
OREM, Utah — Federal law enforcement officials have indicated that they believe they have identified a person of interest in connection with the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University, according to two U.S. officials and a law enforcement source familiar with the investigation.
At this stage, investigators emphasized that no arrest warrant has been issued, and the individual has not been formally named as a suspect.
Authorities continue to pursue multiple leads, but as of now, no one is in custody in relation to the case.
The investigation remains active and is being jointly led by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the Utah Department of Public Safety, with assistance from state and local law enforcement agencies.
Speaking briefly to reporters outside the White House before departing for a scheduled appearance at a New York Yankees game, former President Donald Trump acknowledged the ongoing progress of the case.
“I hear they’re making big progress and we’ll have to see what happens,” Trump stated.
Federal officials are expected to release additional updates once further confirmation is obtained regarding the person of interest and their potential connection to the case.
CHICAGO, IL — A man was found shot to death Friday night on Chicago’s South Side, prompting a homicide investigation by Area One detectives, according to the Chicago Police Department.
Officers responded to reports of gunfire in the 900 block of West 63rd Parkway in the Englewood neighborhood at approximately 10:00 p.m.
Upon arrival, officers discovered a 36-year-old male victim suffering from gunshot wounds to the head and neck.
Emergency medical personnel were called to the scene, but the victim was pronounced dead on arrival.
The Cook County Medical Examiner’s Office later identified him as Emerald Pretty, age 36.
According to preliminary information, a male suspect exited a white sedan, approached the victim, and opened fire before fleeing the scene in the same vehicle.
No arrests have been made at this time, and Area One detectives are actively investigating the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
Authorities have not released details on a possible motive or whether the incident may have been targeted.
Police are urging anyone with information to contact the Chicago Police Department’s Area One Bureau of Detectives or submit an anonymous tip through CPD’s tip line or Crime Stoppers.