Crime
17-year-old Stephanie Lopez-Ramirez found shot dead inside Humboldt Park home
On a typically peaceful Tuesday morning, a shocking incident occurred in the Humboldt Park neighborhood of Chicago.
17-year-old Stephanie Lopez-Ramirez was found fatally shot inside her apartment in the 700 block of North Avers Avenue.
Police arrived at the scene around 12:30 p.m., responding to calls about the shooting.
Lopez-Ramirez, a resident of the 3300 block of West Potomac Avenue, suffered a gunshot wound to her arm. Despite immediate medical attention, she was tragically pronounced dead at 1:01 p.m.
The block is now predominantly populated by newer residents, many of whom were unaware of the tragic event that had taken place just a day earlier.
Local detectives from Area 4 are actively investigating the homicide, and a suspect remains in custody. However, no charges have been filed at this time.
The shocking death of Stephanie Lopez-Ramirez has left the community in mourning, and the investigation into the incident is ongoing.
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.