Crime
35-year-old Tyrone Booker shot to death while driving in Lawndale neighborhood
At this time, no suspects are in custody, and the investigation remains ongoing under the direction of Area Four detectives.
CHICAGO, IL – A 35-year-old man was shot and killed late Thursday night while driving through the Lawndale neighborhood on the city’s West Side, according to the Chicago Police Department.
The fatal shooting occurred just after 11:30 p.m. in the 1200 block of South Sawyer Avenue.
Authorities reported that the victim was traveling inside a vehicle when an unidentified individual on foot opened fire.
In an apparent attempt to escape the gunfire, the victim’s vehicle collided with two parked cars.
Emergency responders transported the victim to Mt. Sinai Hospital, where he was pronounced deceased due to gunshot wounds to the torso and head.
The Cook County Medical Examiner’s Office later identified the victim as 35-year-old Tyrone Booker.
At this time, no suspects are in custody, and the investigation remains ongoing under the direction of Area Four detectives.
Authorities have not yet provided additional details regarding the circumstances of the shooting or a potential motive.
Anyone with information related to the incident is urged to contact the Chicago Police Department or submit an anonymous tip through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-535-STOP.
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.