Crime
Missing 17-year-old Caden Rex Speight classified as an endangered juvenile, no evidence of abduction by Hispanic men
The Marion County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) continues to actively search for 17-year-old Caden Rex Speight, who remains missing and classified as an endangered juvenile. Multiple units — including MCSO Detectives, the Aviation Unit, Field Force Unit, and Mounted Unit — are engaged in ongoing search efforts.
The investigation began following a reported shooting in the 12800 block of SW Highway 484 around 4:10 p.m. on September 25, after which Caden was reported missing.
However, detectives have since gathered information and evidence that do not support the initial claims provided in the early stages of the case.
At this time, authorities state there is no evidence indicating that Caden was abducted by four Hispanic men in a light-colored van, as was originally believed.
Instead, investigators have developed information suggesting that Caden may have left the area on a black mountain bike.
He was also seen in possession of a red and gray tent, which he reportedly purchased earlier that day at a Walmart located on SW 19th Avenue Road in Ocala.
Because Caden is still missing and considered endangered, MCSO is urging anyone who may have seen an individual matching his description — particularly someone traveling on a dark-colored bicycle and carrying camping gear — to immediately call 911.
Sheriff Billy Woods issued a statement emphasizing the agency’s commitment to locating Caden:
“We respond to every 911 call with a determination to ensure justice is served and the truth revealed. But any law enforcement officer will tell you that when these calls involve juveniles, it takes on an even greater intensity. This case is no different. My deputies responded immediately, and I have dedicated all of my available resources to respond to this event. Initial information was later determined to be inaccurate; however, we always give everything we have until the investigation takes us in a different direction. I appreciate the many citizens who provided tips and information to assist my detectives. Please know, I will continue to have all of my available resources committed to locating this young man.”
This remains an active investigation.
Anyone with information regarding Caden’s whereabouts is strongly encouraged to contact the Marion County Sheriff’s Office immediately.
Crime
Angela Johnson and Her Son DeAngelo Johnson Killed After Shooting Inside Home in Chicago, Mother’s Boyfriend in Custody
CHICAGO — A 47-year-old mother and her 27-year-old son were fatally shot inside a residence in Chicago’s Austin neighborhood on the West Side late Thursday night, September 24, 2026, according to Chicago police.
The victims were identified as Angela Johnson, 47, and DeAngelo Johnson, 27. Police said a suspect, identified as Angela Johnson’s boyfriend, was taken into custody following the shooting.
The deadly shooting happened in the 800 block of North Parkside Avenue at approximately 10:43 p.m. Witnesses reported hearing gunshots coming from the basement of the residence and called 911.
When Chicago police officers arrived, they found the two victims suffering from gunshot wounds.
Angela Johnson was found in the basement with a gunshot wound to her chest. Police-radio traffic indicated she had been shot on the right side of her chest.
DeAngelo Johnson was found on the first floor with multiple gunshot wounds. Radio traffic indicated that he had suffered two gunshot wounds to his back.
Both victims were initially unresponsive and in critical condition. Emergency personnel performed CPR on DeAngelo Johnson before both victims were transported to Mount Sinai Hospital, where they were pronounced dead.
According to police-radio traffic, one victim was pronounced dead at approximately 11:18 p.m., while the male victim was pronounced dead around 11:21 p.m.
Investigators found extensive evidence inside the residence, including approximately 23 shell casings in a basement bedroom. Additional shell casings were reportedly recovered in other areas of the basement, including the stairway, main room and bedroom.
Officers initially recovered a firearm and shell casings from the basement bedroom. Police later located a second firearm inside the home, bringing the total number of recovered firearms to two.
Authorities have not publicly stated who owned the firearms or confirmed which weapon, if either, was used in the fatal shooting.
Police also reported that DeAngelo Johnson was wearing an empty holster when officers found him on the first floor. That discovery prompted an officer-safety alert as officers searched the residence for the missing firearm.
Chicago police said the shooting appeared to be domestic-related and identified the alleged offender as the mother’s boyfriend.
Radio traffic indicated that a person had been detained by approximately 11:26 p.m. The official police report later confirmed that the known offender was taken into custody.
Two witnesses were reportedly available to identify the alleged offender, and officers conducted a show-up identification procedure near the scene.
Police have not released additional information about potential charges against the suspect.
The investigation into the Chicago Austin neighborhood double shooting remains ongoing. Detectives are continuing to examine the circumstances that led to the shooting, the relationship between the people involved and the role of the two recovered firearms.
The deaths of Angela Johnson and DeAngelo Johnson are being investigated as a double homicide.