Crime
Video: Woman Fatally Shot at 79th & Bennett in Chicago, Leaves Behind Six Children
No suspects are currently in custody.
Chicago, IL – The Cook County Medical Examiner’s Office has officially identified 29-year-old Jamia Taylor, also known as “Mya”, as the victim of a fatal shooting early Sunday morning.
On February 9, 2025, at approximately 5:25 a.m., Chicago Police Department (CPD) officers responded to multiple reports of a woman shot near 79th Street and Bennett Avenue.
Upon arrival, officers discovered Taylor unresponsive in the middle of the street, suffering from multiple gunshot wounds to the chest and body.
Emergency responders rushed her to the University of Chicago Medical Center, where she was pronounced deceased.
Preliminary investigations indicate that Taylor had been attending a party or gathering to celebrate her birthday when she was approached by an unknown assailant, who opened fire before fleeing the scene.
No suspects are currently in custody.
The CPD’s Area 4 Detectives are actively investigating this homicide. Authorities urge anyone with relevant information to come forward by:
- Submitting an anonymous tip at CPDTIP.COM
- Calling the Chicago Police Department’s 4th District at (312) 747-8205
Taylor, a mother of six, leaves behind her young children and a grieving family.
The community is asked to honor their wishes and keep Taylor’s loved ones in thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
This remains an ongoing investigation, and additional details will be provided as they become available.
Chicago, IL – Authorities have taken Terri Lashae Bailey, also known as Kitana Brooks, into custody in connection with the fatal shooting of 29-year-old Jamia Taylor.
The Cook County Medical Examiner’s Office confirmed that Taylor, who was also known as “Mya”, was shot and killed in the early morning hours of Sunday, February 9, 2025.
At approximately 5:25 a.m., Chicago Police Department (CPD) officers responded to multiple reports of gunfire near 79th Street and Bennett Avenue.
Upon arrival, officers discovered Taylor unresponsive in the middle of the street, suffering from multiple gunshot wounds to her chest and body.
Taylor was rushed to the University of Chicago Medical Center, where she was pronounced deceased shortly after arrival.
Investigators believe Taylor had been attending a gathering at an after-hours event to celebrate her birthday when she was confronted by the shooter, who opened fire before fleeing the scene.
Following an intensive investigation, authorities identified Bailey as the primary suspect and took her into custody.
The Chicago Police Department’s Area 4 Detectives continue to investigate and encourage anyone with additional information to submit tips anonymously at CPDTIP.COM or contact the Chicago Police Department directly.