Crime
Jalen Easterling killed during child’s birthday party in Houston
The suspect is believed to be driving a white Tahoe or Suburban that fled the scene.
Houston, TX – The Houston Police Department is actively searching for a suspect involved in the fatal shooting of Jalen Easterling during her child’s birthday party.
The shooting occurred in the 8200 block of Locksley around 8:30 PM. According to authorities, a gathering was being held for one of Easterling’s children when a suspect arrived.
A verbal altercation ensued in the doorway of the home, leading to the shooting.
Houston police have identified the suspect and are urging them to surrender to HPD Homicide.
The suspect is believed to be driving a white Tahoe or Suburban that fled the scene.
Anyone with information about the suspect’s whereabouts is asked to contact law enforcement.
CHICAGO — Authorities have launched an investigation following a fatal overnight shooting that occurred on the city’s South Side, leaving one man dead.
According to the Chicago Police Department, the incident took place shortly after 11:30 p.m. Tuesday in the 100 block of West 44th Street, within the Grand Boulevard neighborhood.
Officers were dispatched to the scene after receiving reports of gunfire and a person shot.
Upon arrival, officers discovered a 28-year-old man lying unresponsive on the ground with a gunshot wound to the head.
The victim was transported to a nearby hospital, where he was later pronounced deceased.
Police have not yet released the identity of the victim, and the circumstances leading up to the shooting remain under investigation. No arrests have been made at this time.
Detectives from the CPD Area One unit are leading the investigation. Anyone with information is urged to contact Area One detectives at 312-747-8380 or call 911.
Anonymous tips can also be submitted online at CPDtip.com to assist investigators.