Crime
15-Year-Old Girl Injured in Drive-By Shooting Outside Chicago Perspectives High School Of Technology
CHICAGO, IL – Chicago police are investigating a drive-by shooting that left a 15-year-old girl injured outside Perspectives High School of Technology & Leadership Academy on Tuesday morning.
The incident occurred just before 8 a.m. in the 8500 block of South Lafayette Avenue as the victim was walking near the school, according to authorities.
A black sedan approached the area, and two unidentified male suspects exited the vehicle and opened fire before fleeing southbound in the car.
The victim sustained a gunshot wound to the left thigh and was transported to a nearby hospital, where she is reported to be in fair condition.
No other injuries have been reported.
A heavy police presence was observed at the scene, with yellow crime scene tape blocking off the area and evidence markers scattered on the street.
Parents, students, and bystanders gathered outside the school as officers conducted their investigation.
No suspects are currently in custody, and detectives are actively investigating the case.
Anyone with information is urged to contact the Chicago Police Department.
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.