Crime
3 killed, 5 wounded in mass shooting at 3511 West 59th Street in Chicago
Chicago, IL – A tragic mass shooting in Chicago’s Gage Park neighborhood on Monday afternoon claimed the lives of three men and left five others injured.
The incident unfolded at a residence located in the 3500 block of West 59th Street, shortly after 2 p.m., during what police described as a social gathering.
Chicago Police Department (CPD) officials stated that a gathering of approximately 20 people was taking place inside the home when shots rang out.
All eight victims, ranging in age from 20 to 35 years old, were Hispanic and sustained gunshot wounds.
Fatalities
- Victim #1:
- Adult male
- Sustained gunshot wounds to the head, chest, right thigh, and right wrist
- Transported to Christ Hospital, where he was pronounced deceased
- Victim #2:
- 26-year-old male
- Suffered multiple gunshot wounds to the body
- Pronounced deceased at the scene
- Victim #3:
- Adult male
- Sustained multiple gunshot wounds to the body
- Pronounced deceased at the scene
Injuries
- Victim #4:
- 25-year-old male
- Suffered a gunshot wound to his left thigh
- Transported to Mt. Sinai Hospital and listed in good condition
- Victim #5:
- 27-year-old female
- Suffered a gunshot wound to the head
- Transported to Mt. Sinai Hospital in critical condition
- Victim #6:
- 31-year-old male
- Suffered a gunshot wound to the abdomen
- Self-transported to UI Health Hospital in good condition
- Victim #7:
- 21-year-old female
- Suffered a gunshot wound to the groin
- Self-transported to UI Health Hospital in good condition
- Victim #8:
- 24-year-old female
- Suffered multiple gunshot wounds: two to her shoulder, and one each to her right hip, right thigh, left hip, and left thigh
- Transported to The University of Chicago Medical Center in serious condition
Crime scene tape cordoned off the residence as CPD detectives worked to gather evidence.
The back of the property showed signs of potential gang-related activity, with fencing and trash bins marked by fresh graffiti. Additionally, the home’s garage door was off track and open.
According to CPD Chief of Patrol Jon Hein, there have been prior police calls to the residence, though the nature of these calls was not specified.
“It’s too early to determine a motive,” Hein said, emphasizing that investigators are pursuing all leads.
The shooting occurred at a time when students from three nearby schools were being dismissed for the day, raising concerns about safety in the community.
Neighbors reported hearing loud music and witnessing a lively party before the violence erupted.
No suspects are currently in custody. The CPD is urging anyone with information regarding the shooting to come forward by contacting the department or submitting an anonymous tip to Crime Stoppers.
This incident adds to Chicago’s ongoing battle against gun violence. Authorities continue to process the scene and interview witnesses. Further updates will be released as new information becomes available.
If you have any information, please contact the Chicago Police Department at (312) 747-8274 or submit a tip anonymously via Crime Stoppers at 1-800-535-STOP.
Crime
4 Killed in Eden Crash at Carroll and Church Streets, Driver and Victims Identified
Michael Vernon, driver of dump truck involved charged.
A tragic crash in Eden, North Carolina, has left four people dead and several others injured following a multi-vehicle incident involving a dump truck and a utility work crew.
The Eden Police Department confirmed the incident occurred Thursday afternoon at approximately 1:30 p.m. at the intersection of Church Street, Carroll Street, and Park Road.
According to a news release from the North Carolina State Highway Patrol (NCSHP), 66-year-old Michael Ray Vernon of Eden was operating a 2016 Hino dump truck owned by the City of Eden.
While traveling northbound on Carroll Street, Vernon failed to stop at a posted stop sign at the intersection with Church Street.
The dump truck proceeded through the intersection, striking six pedestrians—utility workers contracted through Carolina Power and Signalization—who were performing powerline work in the area.
The dump truck continued traveling north after striking the pedestrians, colliding with an occupied bucket truck before veering off the road and crashing into a ditch.
Emergency responders from multiple agencies arrived at the scene within minutes. Four of the six pedestrians were pronounced dead at the scene.
The deceased have been identified as:
- Douglas Garland Sides, 72, of Summerfield
- Madison Carter, 42, of Sandy Ridge
- William Evans, 35, of Randleman
- Matthew Lockwood, 30, of Winston-Salem
The two surviving pedestrians sustained life-threatening injuries and were airlifted to medical facilities.
They have been identified as:
- Hunter Carter, 24, of Reidsville – transported to Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Hospital in critical condition
- Kevin Alexander, 34, of Eden – airlifted in stable condition
Cody Rich, 31, of Reidsville, who was inside the bucket truck at the time of the crash, was transported by ground to UNC Health Rockingham with non-life-threatening injuries.
Michael Vernon sustained minor injuries and was taken to a local hospital for treatment.
He has been charged with a stop sign violation and misdemeanor death by motor vehicle.
Investigators confirmed that impairment is not believed to have played a role in the crash.
Further charges may be considered as the investigation progresses.
The intersection remained closed for several hours as law enforcement officers and emergency crews conducted their investigation.
The area was reopened to traffic at approximately 10:30 p.m.
In a statement, Duke Energy, which works in coordination with Carolina Power and Signalization, expressed condolences:
“We are saddened about the tragic event that happened today, and our hearts go out to the families and teammates of those involved. The safety of our employees, contractors, and customers is the highest priority at Duke Energy. We are working closely with law enforcement officials.”
The NCSHP continues to lead the investigation, and anyone with additional information is encouraged to contact local authorities.