Crime
Kamira McMillen Fatally Shot After Argument on CTA Red Line Platform at 69th Street Station
CHICAGO, IL – A woman was shot and killed Tuesday night following a dispute on the CTA Red Line platform at the 69th Street station, according to Chicago police.
The fatal shooting occurred at approximately 9:46 p.m. when the victim, identified as Kamira McMillen, believed to be between 25 and 35 years old, became involved in an argument with another woman on the platform.
During the confrontation, the suspect produced a firearm and shot McMillen in the neck before fleeing the scene.
Emergency responders transported McMillen to the University of Chicago Medical Center in critical condition. Despite efforts by medical staff, she was later pronounced deceased.
Authorities have not released a description of the suspect, and no arrests have been made at this time.
It remains unclear whether the victim and suspect were acquainted or what led to the dispute.
Investigators from the Chicago Police Department’s Area One Detective Division are actively working to gather evidence and determine the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
Officials have not confirmed whether surveillance footage captured the incident or if there were any witnesses present at the time.
Anyone with information regarding the case is urged to contact Chicago police or submit an anonymous tip through CrimeStoppers.
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.