Crime
Cody Alland Arrested for First-Degree Intentional Homicide Following Fatal Shooting in La Crosse
La Crosse, WI – Authorities have arrested a 28-year-old La Crosse man in connection with a fatal shooting that occurred early Sunday morning on the city’s north side. The suspect, identified as Cody Alland, is currently being held at the La Crosse County Jail on charges of first-degree intentional homicide.
The incident unfolded on Sunday, January 19, 2025, at approximately 2:30 a.m., when officers from the La Crosse Police Department responded to reports of a shooting in the 1800 block of George Street.
Upon arrival, officers discovered an individual suffering from a gunshot wound outside the location. Despite immediate life-saving efforts by first responders, the victim was transported to a local hospital, where they later succumbed to their injuries.
The deceased has been identified as Justin J. Betz (Date of Birth: 06/24/1982).
The La Crosse Police Department extended their heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Mr. Betz during this difficult time.
Preliminary investigations suggest that the shooting stemmed from an argument, and authorities have indicated that the incident appears to have been isolated, posing no ongoing threat to the community.
Law enforcement officials are actively investigating the circumstances surrounding the shooting and encourage anyone with information to come forward.
Individuals can provide information by contacting the La Crosse Police Department at (608) 782-7575 or by submitting anonymous tips through La Crosse Area Crime Stoppers at (608) 784-TIPS (8477), online at www.p3tips.com/459, or via the “P3” app.
Further details regarding the investigation and the suspect’s court proceedings will be released as they become available.
Authorities have identified the man shot and killed Friday afternoon in a parking lot outside a Little Caesars restaurant in Chicago’s Little Village neighborhood.
The victim has been named as Stevens Jeffrey, 29, according to police and the Cook County Medical Examiner’s Office.
The shooting occurred in the 2600 block of West Cermak Road near Rockwell Street at approximately 1:10 p.m., according to the Chicago Police Department (CPD).
Preliminary reports indicate that Jeffrey was sitting in his vehicle when he was approached by an unknown vehicle.
An armed individual exited that vehicle and opened fire, striking Jeffrey multiple times in the face and body.
Emergency responders arrived on the scene, where Jeffrey was pronounced dead. He was discovered inside his vehicle with his two young children, ages 4 and 6, who were unharmed.
Both children were transported to Stroger Hospital for precautionary evaluation.
The shooting took place in the parking lot of a Little Caesars restaurant, where investigators recovered multiple shell casings and placed numerous evidence markers on the ground.
As of Friday evening, no suspects are in custody, and detectives from the CPD Area Four Homicide Unit are leading the investigation. Police have not released information on a possible motive.
Authorities are urging anyone with information about this homicide to contact Chicago Police or submit an anonymous tip at CPDTip.com.