Crime
14-year-old Israel Maldonado killed after being shot to death in South Chicago
A tragic shooting on Chicago’s South Side claimed the life of a 14-year-old boy from Indiana, authorities confirmed.
The incident occurred around 5:53 p.m. in the 8800 block of South Houston Avenue, located in the South Chicago neighborhood, according to the Chicago Police Department.
Shortly after the shooting, the victim was transported to Trinity Hospital by private vehicle.
Medical personnel determined he had sustained multiple gunshot wounds, including injuries to his neck, chest, hand, and back.
Despite efforts to save him, the boy succumbed to his injuries at the hospital.
The Cook County Medical Examiner’s Office identified the victim as Israel Maldonado, a resident of Whiting, Indiana.
As of now, no arrests have been made, and the circumstances surrounding the shooting remain under investigation. Chicago police continue to gather information and are urging anyone with details to come forward.
BARTOW, FL — Authorities are investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred at 120 Polk Street East in Bartow.
The incident resulted in three individuals sustaining gunshot wounds, including a Bartow Police Department (BPD) officer, a public safety aide (PSA) officer, and the suspect involved.
Emergency medical services were immediately requested at the scene to provide critical aid to all three gunshot victims.
The conditions of the injured individuals have not yet been released.
The circumstances leading up to the shooting remain under investigation.
Law enforcement officials have secured the area as forensic teams and investigators begin processing the scene.
Additional information, including the identities of those involved and any potential charges, is expected to be released as the investigation progresses.
Authorities are asking the public to avoid the area and allow emergency crews to continue their response efforts without obstruction.