Crime
Three Killed, One Critically Injured in West Garfield Park Mass Shooting
CHICAGO — A deadly shooting in the West Garfield Park neighborhood Friday evening left three people dead and another critically injured, according to Chicago police.
The incident occurred at approximately 4:45 p.m. in the 4000 block of West Maypole Avenue.
Authorities reported that four individuals were standing on a sidewalk when a vehicle approached.
At least two occupants exited the vehicle and opened fire on the group before fleeing the scene.
A 36-year-old man sustained multiple gunshot wounds and was pronounced dead at the scene.
A 32-year-old woman was shot in the head and transported to Stroger Hospital, where she later died from her injuries.
A third victim, an adult male whose age has not yet been released, suffered multiple gunshot wounds and was taken to Mount Sinai Hospital, where he was pronounced deceased.
The fourth victim, a 35-year-old man, was also shot multiple times and remains in critical condition at Stroger Hospital.
In the aftermath of the shooting, police activity intensified in the surrounding area. Investigators were seen focusing on a nearby barbershop, with officers entering and exiting the business while maintaining a secured perimeter.
Traffic along Pulaski Road between Maypole Avenue and Lake Street was temporarily blocked as authorities processed the scene.
Residents in the neighborhood gathered near the site of the shooting, visibly shaken by the violence.
Some were seen consoling one another, while others declined to speak with media.
Area Four Detectives are leading the investigation.
No suspects have been identified, and no arrests have been announced at this time.
Crime
19-Year-Old Peyton Patterson Killed in WSSU Homecoming Shooting; Ziyaire Spinks Charged With Murder
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. — A 19-year-old man was killed and a 22-year-old woman was injured in a shooting on the Winston-Salem State University (WSSU) campus during homecoming weekend, according to the Winston-Salem Police Department.
The fatal shooting occurred Saturday night, November 7, 2026, in the 600 block of South Martin Luther King Jr. Drive on the university campus.
Police said officers responded at approximately 9:46 p.m. after receiving reports of gunfire. Officers who were already in the area reportedly heard the shots and immediately moved toward the scene.
Upon arrival, officers found Peyton Izaia Patterson, 19, suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. Officers began performing lifesaving measures before emergency medical services personnel arrived and continued treatment. Despite those efforts, Patterson succumbed to his injuries.
His next of kin has been notified.
A second victim, identified as Alyssa Janae Ellerbee, 22, was also found suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. She was transported to a local hospital, where she received treatment and was later released.
As the investigation progressed, authorities identified Ziyaire Antonyo Spinks, 20, as a suspect. He was charged with:
- General Murder
- Assault With a Deadly Weapon With Intent to Kill Inflicting Serious Injury (ADWIKISI)
- Felony Possession of a Firearm on Educational Property
Police said Spinks was being held without bond at the time of the announcement.
A second man was also reported to be in custody. However, authorities have not publicly released his name or provided details about any charges against him.
The police department said it would not release a photograph of Spinks because the investigation remains ongoing.
The Winston-Salem Police Department’s Criminal Investigations Division has taken over the investigation and continues to examine the circumstances surrounding Patterson’s death and the shooting.
Detectives have determined that the incident was isolated, according to police. Authorities have not released additional information about what led to the gunfire or the circumstances immediately preceding the shooting.
Police said further confirmed information would be released as it becomes available.
The investigation remains active.