Crime
35-Year-Old Nathaniel Jefferson Fatally Shot 28 Times While Sitting in Parked Car in South Austin, Chicago
CHICAGO – A man was killed Monday afternoon in a shooting in the city’s South Austin neighborhood, according to the Chicago Police Department (CPD).
The incident occurred at approximately 3:09 p.m. in the 5500 block of West Lake Street.
Police said the victim, identified as Nathaniel Jefferson, 35, was sitting inside a parked vehicle when another vehicle approached.
An individual then opened fire, striking Jefferson multiple times.
Authorities confirmed Jefferson sustained 28 gunshot wounds to the body.
He was transported to a nearby hospital, where he was later pronounced dead.
No arrests have been announced, and investigators have not released details regarding a possible motive.
The CPD Area Four detectives are leading the investigation.
POINCIANA, Fla. — Deputies with the Osceola County Sheriff’s Office are actively investigating a reported shooting that occurred inside the Walmart located at 904 Cypress Parkway in Poinciana.
Authorities said they were notified of the incident just before 8:00 p.m. Emergency deputies and first responders were immediately dispatched to the scene.
Officials confirmed that this remains an active and ongoing investigation.
As of now, law enforcement has not released details regarding the number of individuals involved, whether there are confirmed injuries, or whether any suspects are in custody.
The Sheriff’s Office is urging members of the public to avoid the area to allow emergency personnel to work safely and efficiently.
A significant law enforcement presence is expected, and motorists should anticipate traffic delays in the surrounding area.
Additional information will be released through official channels as it becomes available.