Crime
4 injured in shooting at North Carolina Central University
A series of shootings occurred on the campus of North Carolina Central University on Saturday night, October 26th, 2024.
The first incident took place around 7:43 PM, when shots were fired in the parking lot behind Debra Saunders-White Residence Hall.
No injuries were reported in this initial incident.
However, a second shooting occurred later that evening, around 8:59 PM, near the Student Services Building on Eagle Campus Drive.
Four individuals, including a North Carolina Central University student, were injured by gunfire. The victims sustained non-life-threatening injuries.
Following the second shooting, the campus was placed on lockdown.
Law enforcement officers responded to the scene and conducted a thorough investigation.
While a suspect was arrested in connection with the first shooting, it remains unclear if any arrests have been made regarding the second incident.
The university has expressed its disappointment and concern over the violence that marred the homecoming weekend.
They have emphasized the importance of community safety and cooperation with law enforcement to address such incidents.
The investigation into both shootings is ongoing.
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.