Crime
30-year-old Damario Davis killed after shooting near Washington & Laramie in Chicago
A fatal shooting in the early hours of the morning has claimed the life of 30-year-old Damario Davis near the intersection of Washington Boulevard and Laramie Avenue. The incident has prompted an active investigation by the Chicago Police Department.
Authorities report that Davis sustained multiple gunshot wounds to his chest and lower extremities while seated in a silver Jeep.
The shooting occurred in an alley near the intersection, which has since been designated as a crime scene.
Following the shooting, a female driver—described as wearing a black coat and blue jeans—attempted to transport Davis to a hospital.
However, the vehicle crashed near Flournoy Street and Laramie Avenue, close to the I-290 expressway ramp.
After the crash, the driver fled the scene on foot, heading eastbound on Flournoy Street. Her identity remains unknown, and law enforcement is actively seeking information about her whereabouts.
Despite efforts to save him, Damario Davis was pronounced deceased at the scene due to the severity of his injuries.
The Chicago Police Department is conducting a thorough investigation, with detectives collecting evidence and interviewing potential witnesses. The alley where the shooting took place remains cordoned off as part of the inquiry.
Police are urging anyone with information about the shooting, the subsequent crash, or the fleeing individual to come forward. Tips can be submitted directly to the Chicago Police Department or anonymously through Crime Stoppers.
This incident has left the local community shaken, and authorities are committed to pursuing justice for the victim and his family. Further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses.
Crime
1 killed, 5 injured after mass shooting at KDC/One warehouse in New Albany, suspect in custody
UPDATE: Suspect in New Albany, Ohio shooting taken into custody.
NEW ALBANY, OH — A deadly shooting at a warehouse in New Albany, located approximately 15 miles northeast of Columbus, left one person dead and five others hospitalized late Tuesday night.
The shooting occurred shortly before 11 p.m. at KDC/One, a manufacturing facility specializing in beauty and personal care products.
According to the New Albany Police Department (NAPD), the suspect has been identified as Bruce Reginald Foster III, an employee at the facility.
Authorities are actively searching for Foster, who is believed to have fled the area following the incident.
Police confirmed that Foster had been present at the warehouse for several hours prior to the shooting.
Investigators believe the attack was targeted, although there were no reports of an argument or altercation leading up to the violence.
One individual was pronounced dead at the scene, while five others were transported to nearby hospitals.
The conditions of the injured victims have not been publicly disclosed, and authorities have not released information regarding their identities or genders.
During a press conference on Wednesday morning, New Albany Police Chief Greg Jones described the situation as a “fluid investigation,” emphasizing the tragic nature of the event. “This is quite a tragedy, and the investigation has really just begun,” Jones stated.
A firearm was recovered inside the building; however, police have not confirmed whether the suspect remains armed.
Hundreds of employees were evacuated from the facility as law enforcement secured the scene.
The U.S. Marshals and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) are assisting local police in searching multiple locations for Foster.
Authorities believe he has left the immediate area but continue to pursue leads on his whereabouts.
The facility remains closed and could be shut down for up to 12 hours as the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI) assists with crime scene processing.
Anyone with information that could assist in locating the suspect or furthering the investigation is urged to contact the New Albany Police Department at 614-855-1234.
Authorities are expected to provide additional updates as the investigation progresses.