Crime
20-year-old male shot on SUNY Morrisville campus in New York
MORRISVILLE, N.Y. — The New York State Police and University Police are conducting a joint investigation following a shooting incident that occurred afternoon on the SUNY Morrisville campus.
At approximately 3:45 p.m., troopers responded to South Hall after receiving reports of a shooting.
Upon arrival, officers discovered a 20-year-old male victim suffering from a gunshot wound to the neck.
The victim, who is not a student at SUNY Morrisville, was transported to Upstate University Hospital for treatment.
His current condition has not been released.
Authorities confirmed that no other injuries have been reported and stated there is no ongoing threat to the campus community.
A command post has been established as investigators continue processing the scene and gathering evidence.
In a statement, New York State Police (NYSP) said additional details will be released as the investigation progresses.
Shortly after the incident, SUNY Morrisville issued an emergency alert on its official website, notifying students and staff of an immediate campus lockdown and the cancellation of all evening classes.
The message read:
“Lockdown / Evening Classes Cancelled
Campus on lockdown. All evening classes on the Morrisville campus have been cancelled. Students in classes currently are required to remain in place. Please remain where you are until the lockdown has been lifted.”
At 4:37 p.m., Governor Kathy Hochul addressed the situation in a post on X (formerly Twitter), stating:
“I have been briefed on the shooting on campus at SUNY Morrisville. New York State Police are assisting local law enforcement and SUNY leadership as they respond to this situation. The campus remains on lockdown until further notice.”
Law enforcement officials continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the shooting. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available from state and university authorities.
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.