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18-year-old killed after shooting on Michigan Avenue near East 57th Street in the Washington Park neighborhood

At this time, no arrests have been made, and the motive behind the attack remains unclear.

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A tragic shooting on Chicago’s South Side has left an 18-year-old man dead after a gunman opened fire into a residence on Tuesday afternoon, according to police reports.

The incident occurred just after 2 p.m. in the 5700 block of Michigan Avenue near East 57th Street in the Washington Park neighborhood.

Authorities state that the victim was inside a residence when an unidentified gunman fired multiple rounds from outside, striking the young man several times.

Emergency responders pronounced the victim deceased at the scene.

The individual’s identity has not yet been released, pending notification of family members.

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Police are actively investigating the circumstances leading to the shooting.

At this time, no arrests have been made, and the motive behind the attack remains unclear.

The Chicago Police Department urges anyone with information regarding the incident to contact Area One detectives at 312-747-8380 or dial 911. Tips can also be submitted anonymously online at CPDtip.com.

Authorities emphasize the importance of community cooperation in solving violent crimes and bringing those responsible to justice.


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Suspect killed in officer-involved shooting at Cedar Creek Marina in Mt. Juliet

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Suspect killed in officer-involved shooting at Cedar Creek Marina in Mt. Juliet 9000 block of Saundersville Road
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MT. JULIET, Tenn. — Authorities have identified two victims killed during an active shooter incident at Cedar Creek Marina in Mt. Juliet late Friday night.

The suspect, identified as Gary Haley, a convicted felon with an extensive criminal history, is deceased following an officer-involved shooting, officials confirmed.

Mount Juliet Police officers were dispatched at approximately 9:30 p.m. Friday to the Cedar Creek Marina, located in the 9000 block of Saundersville Road, after receiving reports of a man threatening another individual on the docks.

Due to the active shooter report, a shelter-in-place order was issued for the surrounding area as a precaution.

Upon arrival, officers located an adult male suffering from a gunshot wound.

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The victim was later identified as Robby Brogdon, who was transported to a local hospital for emergency medical treatment.

Despite life-saving efforts, Brogdon later succumbed to his injuries.

Investigators determined that the suspected shooter had retreated to a boat within the marina and had barricaded himself inside.

The standoff continued for several hours as officers secured the scene and attempted to resolve the situation safely.

At approximately 1:00 a.m. Saturday, the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) reported that the suspect engaged responding officers and fired shots at them under circumstances that remain under investigation. Officers returned fire.

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The suspect, Gary Haley, was later found deceased aboard the vessel.

During the course of the response, officers also discovered a second adult male victim, Nathan Jones, who had been shot by the suspect.

Jones was pronounced dead at the scene.

No law enforcement officers were injured during the incident.

The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has assumed responsibility for the investigation, which includes a homicide, an attempted homicide, and an officer-involved shooting.

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TBI agents are actively conducting interviews, collecting evidence, and working to establish a comprehensive timeline of events.

Upon completion of the investigation, findings will be submitted to 15th Judicial District Attorney General Jason Lawson for review.

Authorities stated that additional information will be released as it becomes available.


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