Crime
2 injured in shooting at Chicago’s well-known Navy Pier
Fire officials confirmed that two people sustained gunshot wounds, with one victim reportedly in critical condition.
Two individuals were injured in a shooting incident at Chicago’s well-known Navy Pier on Tuesday afternoon, as confirmed by the Chicago Fire Department.
The shooting reportedly took place shortly before 1:45 p.m. in the 900 block of East Grand Avenue, which encompasses a section of Navy Pier, one of the city’s most frequented tourist spots along Lake Michigan.
While the exact location within Navy Pier and the events leading up to the shooting have not yet been clarified, emergency responders quickly arrived on the scene following reports of gunfire.
Fire officials confirmed that two people sustained gunshot wounds, with one victim reportedly in critical condition.
The conditions of the victims and additional information regarding their identities or ages have not been released at this time.
Authorities are actively investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident, including potential motives and any suspects involved.
In response to the shooting, Chicago police increased their presence in and around the area to ensure public safety and gather evidence as part of their ongoing investigation.
The shooting has drawn significant attention, as Navy Pier is a prominent Chicago landmark, often bustling with tourists, families, and residents.
Further updates are expected as officials work to understand what led to the violence at the popular attraction.
Crime
18-year-old Kyler Naely charged for the murder in shooting death of 16-year-old Ja’Tycie Williams
An 18-year-old suspect has been arrested and charged in a deadly shooting that occurred in October, which claimed the life of a 16-year-old and injured another.
The incident began on October 6, 2024, shortly after 12:45 a.m., when officers were called to a shooting on I-244 near Yale Avenue.
Upon arrival, they discovered a gray SUV riddled with bullet holes and shattered windows. Investigators determined that seven people were inside the vehicle at the time of the shooting.
Two occupants of the vehicle suffered gunshot wounds.
One victim, 16-year-old Ja’Tycie Williams, sustained critical injuries and succumbed to them several weeks later. The other victim suffered a minor gunshot wound to the arm and survived.
Preliminary investigations revealed the incident was linked to a fight at the Tulsa State Fair earlier that evening.
Witnesses reported that the altercation, which occurred as the group was leaving the fairgrounds, likely escalated into the highway shooting.
Following an in-depth investigation, Tulsa Police Homicide Detectives identified 18-year-old Kyler Naely as the suspect responsible for the shooting.
On November 19, 2024, Naely was arrested, charged with first-degree murder, and booked into the Tulsa County Jail.
Authorities emphasize that the case remains under investigation and are urging anyone with additional information to contact Tulsa Crime Stoppers at 918-596-COPS. Callers can remain anonymous.