Crime
22-year-old James Lofton killed after shooting in Chicago East Garfield Park neighborhood
As of late Wednesday, no arrests have been made in connection with the triple shooting.
Three men were injured in a shooting incident that occurred in the East Garfield Park neighborhood on Wednesday afternoon.
One of the victims, a 22-year-old named James Lofton, later succumbed to his injuries.
The incident took place around 2:02 PM in the 3200 block of West Maypole Avenue.
Chicago Police officers responded to a report of a person shot and discovered two men suffering from gunshot wounds.
A 31-year-old man had been shot in the leg, while a 49-year-old man had sustained two gunshot wounds to the leg.
Both victims were transported to Mount Sinai Hospital in stable condition.
Later that evening, James Lofton presented himself at the same hospital with multiple gunshot wounds to the back.
Unfortunately, despite medical efforts, he did not survive.
As of late Wednesday, no arrests have been made in connection with the triple shooting.
The Harrison Area detectives are actively investigating the case.
MERIDIAN TOWNSHIP, Mich. – Authorities have confirmed that a suspect is in custody following a shooting incident at the Meridian Mall on Friday afternoon.
As a result, the lockdown at the mall has been lifted.
The Meridian Township Police Department issued a public advisory just before 2:00 p.m., urging residents and shoppers to avoid the area near the Dick’s Sporting Goods entrance while officers conducted an active investigation at the scene.
At this time, police have not released specific details regarding the nature of the shooting, including whether anyone was injured or the circumstances surrounding the suspect’s arrest.
Law enforcement officials continue to investigate the incident and are expected to provide additional information as it becomes available.
The public is asked to remain clear of the immediate area to allow for the ongoing investigation.