Crime
Manhunt Underway for 22-Year-Old Emmanuel Keevon Dashawn McRae Accused of Shooting West Palm Beach Police Officer
WEST PALM BEACH, FL — Massive Manhunt Underway After Police Officer Shot During Early-Morning Altercation.
At approximately 2:00 a.m., West Palm Beach Police officers responded to reports of an altercation in the 300 block of Baker Drive.
Upon arrival, one of the responding officers was shot after the suspect opened fire on police.
The injured officer was immediately transported to a nearby hospital for emergency medical treatment. Their current condition has not been released.
Detectives have identified the suspect as 22-year-old Emmanuel Keevon Dashawn McRae, described as 5’11” tall, with brown hair and brown eyes.
McRae is considered armed and extremely dangerous and should not be approached under any circumstances.
Authorities have launched a massive manhunt involving multiple law enforcement agencies to locate and apprehend McRae.
Anyone who sees McRae or has information about his whereabouts is urged to call 911 immediately, contact the West Palm Beach Police Department at (561) 822-1900, or reach out to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-458-TIPS (8477).
The investigation remains active and ongoing.
Police are asking residents in the area to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity.
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 Dennis T. Durley, 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.