Crime
17-year-old Stephanie Lopez-Ramirez found shot dead inside Humboldt Park home
On a typically peaceful Tuesday morning, a shocking incident occurred in the Humboldt Park neighborhood of Chicago.
17-year-old Stephanie Lopez-Ramirez was found fatally shot inside her apartment in the 700 block of North Avers Avenue.
Police arrived at the scene around 12:30 p.m., responding to calls about the shooting.
Lopez-Ramirez, a resident of the 3300 block of West Potomac Avenue, suffered a gunshot wound to her arm. Despite immediate medical attention, she was tragically pronounced dead at 1:01 p.m.
The block is now predominantly populated by newer residents, many of whom were unaware of the tragic event that had taken place just a day earlier.
Local detectives from Area 4 are actively investigating the homicide, and a suspect remains in custody. However, no charges have been filed at this time.
The shocking death of Stephanie Lopez-Ramirez has left the community in mourning, and the investigation into the incident is ongoing.
GLEN BURNIE, Md. — Authorities are investigating an officer-involved shooting reported in Glen Burnie, Maryland, after an incident in which a suspect allegedly crashed a vehicle into a law enforcement agent.
Preliminary reports indicate that one suspect sustained a gunshot wound and was transported under a Priority B medical status.
Emergency medical services also responded to assist a law enforcement agent who reported neck pain; a second EMS unit was requested to provide additional medical evaluation and care.
The circumstances leading up to the shooting, including what prompted the vehicle collision and the use of force, have not yet been fully detailed by authorities.
Police have confirmed that the scene was secured, and standard investigative protocols for officer-involved shootings have been initiated.
No further information regarding the identities of those involved or the suspect’s condition has been released at this time.
Officials stated that additional details will be provided as the investigation continues.