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Chicago Police Investigate Shooting of 13-Year-Old by 9-Year-Old in Fuller Park

Chicago Police Investigate Shooting of 13-Year-Old by 9-Year-Old in Fuller Park

A 13-year-old boy is in critical condition after being shot by a 9-year-old boy inside a Chicago residence on Friday afternoon. The incident occurred around 4 p.m. on the 5200 block of South Wells Street in the Fuller Park neighborhood. According to police, the 9-year-old fired a single shot, striking the older boy in the shoulder. The victim was transported to a local hospital and was initially listed in critical condition. Authorities have recovered a handgun from the scene and are continuing their investigation into the circumstances surrounding the shooting. No additional information has been released at this time.

Serial Bank Robber Joseph Donelson Jr. Sentenced to 76 Years for Chicago Bank Heists While on Parole

Serial Bank Robber Joseph Donelson Jr. Sentenced to 76 Years for Chicago Bank Heists While on Parole

Joseph Donelson Jr., a 68-year-old serial bank robber, has been sentenced to 76 years in prison for violently robbing or attempting to rob four banks in downtown Chicago in 2023. These crimes occurred between October and December 2023 in the Loop and Streeterville areas, while Donelson Jr. was on supervised release for previous bank robberies. Surveillance footage captured some of these incidents, including one where he was seen sprawled over a counter. Assistant U.S. Attorney Minje Shin emphasized that Donelson Jr.'s actions terrorized multiple bank employees, causing physical injury to one and lasting psychological trauma to others. The prosecution argued that his crimes demonstrated a profound disrespect for the law, necessitating a severe sentence as just punishment.

13-Year-Old Critically Injured in Chicago Shooting by 9-Year-Old

13-Year-Old Critically Injured in Chicago Shooting by 9-Year-Old

A 13-year-old boy is in critical condition after being shot by a 9-year-old boy in a Chicago residence. The incident occurred on Friday afternoon around 4 p.m. in the Fuller Park neighborhood, specifically on the 5200 block of South Wells Street. According to police, the younger boy fired a handgun, striking the 13-year-old in the shoulder. Emergency services transported the injured boy to a local hospital, where he was initially listed in critical condition. Authorities have since recovered the handgun from the scene and are actively investigating the circumstances surrounding the shooting. No further details have been released by the police at this time regarding the relationship between the two boys or how the handgun was obtained.

Man Arrested in West El Paso for July Hit-and-Run Causing Over $9,000 in Damages

Man Arrested in West El Paso for July Hit-and-Run Causing Over $9,000 in Damages

A 51-year-old man, Juan Gerardo Caballero Ornelas, has been arrested in connection with a hit-and-run crash that occurred on July 31 in West El Paso. The incident took place at approximately 4:46 p.m. at the intersection of Belvidere Street and the 7200 block of North Mesa Street. According to the El Paso County Constable’s Office Precinct 1, Ornelas was driving a white 2015 Ford Sport Trac when he made a wide right turn, crossed into oncoming traffic, and struck a white 2024 Honda CR-V that was stopped at a red light. The collision caused over $9,000 in damage to the Honda's front driver-side fender. Ornelas reportedly fled the scene without providing identification, checking for injuries, or rendering aid. The driver and passenger of the Honda CR-V were not injured.

Joliet Police Department Members Placed on Leave Amidst Allegations of Flock Camera Misuse

Joliet Police Department Members Placed on Leave Amidst Allegations of Flock Camera Misuse

Two members of the Joliet Police Department, one a sworn officer and the other a dispatcher, have been placed on paid leave due to alleged misuse of Flock surveillance camera and license plate reader technology. Both the Joliet Inspector General and the Illinois State Police are currently investigating these allegations. The police department has stated its intention to review policies related to Flock technology. This development follows previous investigations into Chicago-area police officers for misusing Flock camera searches for personal use. Specific details regarding the nature of the alleged misuse by the Joliet Police Department members have not yet been released.

Livermore Bicyclist Hospitalized with Life-Threatening Injuries After Hit-and-Run Incident

Livermore Bicyclist Hospitalized with Life-Threatening Injuries After Hit-and-Run Incident

A 64-year-old man, identified only as Patrick, remains hospitalized with life-threatening injuries following a hit-and-run incident in Livermore last month. The event occurred shortly before 10 p.m. on August 15 on Isabel Avenue, south of the Stanley Boulevard connector, as reported by the Livermore Police Department. Patrick was cycling home from work when he was struck by a vehicle. His attorney, Paul Matiasic, condemned the driver's actions, stating that the carelessness of the collision was compounded by the driver's decision to leave the scene. The bicyclist was rushed to a local hospital, where he was placed in a medically induced coma. His family reports he sustained over 17 fractures and a traumatic brain injury, making his recovery uncertain. Authorities are actively seeking witnesses and urge drivers to review dash camera footage from the area around the time of the incident. No arrests have been made.

Spartanburg County Deputies Apprehend Suspect After Chase Near SC Walmart, Dispelling Evacuation Reports

Spartanburg County Deputies Apprehend Suspect After Chase Near SC Walmart, Dispelling Evacuation Reports

On Saturday morning, shoppers at a Walmart located at 4000 SC Hwy 9 in Boiling Springs, South Carolina, reportedly evacuated the store. Multiple witnesses and social media posts indicated a large crowd leaving the premises around 10:30 a.m. However, the Spartanburg County Sheriff's Office clarified that the store was never officially evacuated by law enforcement. Instead, deputies were on the scene pursuing a suspicious individual who fled from officials. The chase extended into a nearby Lowe's parking lot, where the person was ultimately taken into custody after deputies made contact. Shoppers reportedly returned to the Walmart approximately 10 minutes after deputies left the immediate vicinity of the store. WYFF 4 attempted to contact Walmart for comment but did not receive a response.

Chicago Father Fatally Shot While Taking College Test on Pilsen Porch

Chicago Father Fatally Shot While Taking College Test on Pilsen Porch

Charles Senase, a 35-year-old father of three, was fatally shot on Monday night while sitting on the front porch of his home in the Pilsen neighborhood of Chicago. His family reported that Senase was taking a college test at the time of the incident. Surveillance video, which the family believes captured the event, reportedly shows a shooter exiting a gray vehicle, opening fire, and then driving away. Senase was rushed to Mount Sinai Hospital in critical condition but later succumbed to his injuries. His mother, who was inside the home, heard the gunshots and found him wounded. The family had recently moved back to Chicago, just weeks prior, after Senase was accepted into college, aiming to build a better future for his family. Chicago police have not yet released a description of the shooter or a motive for the shooting.

Thieves Smash Slot Machines at Will County Travel Center in Brazen Burglary

Thieves Smash Slot Machines at Will County Travel Center in Brazen Burglary

A smash-and-grab burglary occurred at the Peotone Travel Center in Will County, Illinois, approximately 45 miles southwest of Chicago. The incident, captured on surveillance video, took place around 4:58 a.m. on Thursday. Five masked individuals entered the business and used hammers to repeatedly damage video gaming machines, stealing an undisclosed amount of cash. According to police, two suspects acted as lookouts at the entrance, and another positioned themselves near Wilmington-Peotone Road. The entire operation lasted less than three minutes, and no injuries were reported. The suspects fled the scene in a white Acura and a gray Acura, neither of which displayed license plates. Authorities are asking anyone who may have seen these vehicles in the area during the early morning hours to contact Peotone police.

Joliet Teen Dies Following Crest Hill Park Shooting Incident

Joliet Teen Dies Following Crest Hill Park Shooting Incident

Jamari Finch, an 18-year-old resident of Joliet, Illinois, died in a Chicago hospital on Tuesday after being shot in Crest Hill. Finch was one of four teenagers injured in a shooting incident that occurred on Saturday night in the 1900 block of Willow Court. Another victim, 18-year-old Kamarion L. Coleman of Woodridge, was pronounced dead at the scene. Two other teenagers, aged 15 and 16, sustained non-life-threatening injuries. Authorities believe the shooting was connected to a gathering in a nearby park earlier that evening and was not a random act. The Crest Hill Police Department and the Will Grundy Major Crimes Task Force are actively investigating the incident and are seeking information from the public, including any videos or tips. Anonymous tips can be submitted through Crime Stoppers of Will County.

Coco Delivery Robots Cause Sidewalk Congestion in Chicago Due to Deployment Error

Coco Delivery Robots Cause Sidewalk Congestion in Chicago Due to Deployment Error

Several delivery robots operated by the company Coco caused a temporary blockage on a Chicago sidewalk earlier this week. A video captured by Becca Ostien showed multiple robots clustered together, obstructing pedestrian movement. Coco issued a statement acknowledging the incident, attributing it to a 'sidewalk deployment error' that caused several robots to reroute simultaneously from their station. The company stated that this behavior is not typical for their robots and that their team quickly identified and corrected the issue, clearing the sidewalk within minutes. Coco has since resolved the routing problem and implemented safeguards to prevent similar occurrences. This incident is not the first malfunction involving food delivery robots in Chicago; earlier this year, one Coco robot and one SERVE robotics robot crashed into bus shelters.

Montgomery County Experiences 22% Surge in Car Thefts Despite National Decline

Montgomery County Experiences 22% Surge in Car Thefts Despite National Decline

Montgomery County, Maryland, has seen a significant 22% increase in vehicle thefts over the 12 months ending July 28, with 1,569 vehicles reported stolen. This rise contrasts sharply with a broader national trend of declining car thefts. Specifically, Silver Spring's 3rd District recorded the highest number of stolen vehicles at 444, followed by the 6th District (Gaithersburg and Montgomery Village) with 324, and the 4th District (Wheaton) with 322. These three districts collectively account for nearly 70% of the county's total vehicle thefts during this period. The increase reverses a previous decline observed after a major spike in 2023, when 3,366 vehicles were stolen. Assistant Chief Darren Francke noted that while efforts with automakers like Kia and Hyundai to reprogram vehicles had initially been successful, new trends, possibly influenced by social media, are contributing to the renewed surge. Police also report that 90 of the 136 individuals arrested for vehicle theft in the county this year were ...