Crime
Tiara Lee-Roberts Charged with Murder in Fatal CTA Red Line Platform Shooting
Chicago, IL – A 28-year-old woman has been charged with murder following a fatal shooting on the CTA Red Line platform at 69th Street Station, according to Chicago police.
Authorities say the suspect, Tiara Lee-Roberts, was involved in an argument with 30-year-old Kamari McMillen on the station platform around 9:46 p.m. on Tuesday, March 19.
During the dispute, Lee-Roberts allegedly drew a firearm and shot McMillen once in the neck before fleeing the scene.
McMillen, who had just left a family dinner and was heading home, was critically wounded.
Emergency responders transported her to the University of Chicago Medical Center, where she later succumbed to her injuries.
A single bullet shell casing was recovered at the scene, and disturbing video footage has surfaced, showing the immediate aftermath of the shooting.
The Chicago Police Department’s Area One detectives launched an investigation and worked to track down the suspect.
On Thursday, March 21, authorities formally charged Tiara Lee-Roberts with murder in connection with McMillen’s death.
At this time, police have not disclosed the motive behind the argument or whether the two women had any prior relationship.
Detectives are reviewing surveillance footage and interviewing witnesses to gather further details about the incident.
Anyone with additional information is urged to contact the Chicago Police Department 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.