Crime
LSUPD Investigating Report of Shots Fired Near Law Center, No Current Threat to Campus
BATON ROUGE, La. — The Louisiana State University Police Department (LSUPD) confirmed Saturday that it is continuing to investigate a report of shots fired near the LSU Paul M. Hebert Law Center, located at 1 East Campus Drive.
In an emergency alert to the campus community, university officials emphasized that there is currently no active threat to campus safety.
However, community members were urged to continue avoiding the Law Center area and to closely monitor official emergency text and email notifications for further instructions.
Upon receiving the initial report, LSU police and local law enforcement agencies responded immediately, securing the area and beginning a comprehensive investigation.
At this time, authorities have not confirmed whether any injuries occurred or if a suspect is in custody.
The situation unfolded as an LSU football game was in progress at Tiger Stadium, which has drawn tens of thousands of fans to the university.
Although the stadium is located some distance from the Law Center, officials stressed that they are maintaining heightened security measures to safeguard both students and attendees.
University administrators are reminding students, faculty, and visitors to remain alert and follow all instructions from law enforcement until the investigation is complete.
Authorities said the investigation remains ongoing, and additional updates will be shared as new information becomes available.
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.