Two drivers including a 6 year old girl killed in crash

 

 

Authorities said three people, including a young girl, were killed, and another young girl was seriously injured in an apparent accident that happened around 7:55 p.m. Wednesday evening in the southern suburbs. It involved a marked squad car from the Cook County Sheriff's Department in the 800 block of East Lincoln Highway in Ford Heights.

Police investigators said the Chrysler vehicle was traveling eastward on Lincoln Highway when it collided with a Nissan. The impact was strong enough to cause the death of some and injuries in others. Cameras from surrounding surveillance caught footage after the accident, capturing the chaotic scene of what happened following the collision of the vehicles. Authorities are continuing to investigate details of the collision as they piece together how this heartbreaking situation occurred.

The occupant driving the Chrysler died at the scene, authorities said. Demetri T. Bell, 50, of Merrillville, Indiana was identified by the Cook County Medical Examiner's Office as the victim. Friends and family said Demetri was en-route home from work when the crash occurred. It was his normal drive home, and he was probably looking forward to being home after an extended day; this makes the incident news more shocking and heartbreaking to any of his surviving acquaintances.

 

As a result of the heavy collision, the driver of the Nissan, who has been identified as Kimberly Taylor, along with a 6-year-old girl passenger, Kimbella Tolliver, both died at local medical facilities. The Cook County Medical Examiner's Office confirmed the death of 26-year-old Kimberly. Lake County Indiana Coroner's Office identified the 6-year-old girl. The tragedy has further been made poignant by the fact that both Kimberly and Kimbella were staying in Calumet City.

Besides the losses, there was another young passenger in the car-a 4-year-old girl-who got injured in the crash. This little girl is presently recuperating in a hospital, where she is being taken care of and attended to with her injuries. Relatives of the victims spoke to reporters and said Kimberly was a mother to the two girls involved in the accident. News of this has caused much sadness within the community as families and friends mourn the death of one and pray for the recovery of the injured child. This tragedy has indeed caused ripples far and wide, as friends and all those who knew them remember the moments of joy and love they brought into other people's lives.



The crash is still under investigation by the Cook County Sheriff's Department.

Group wanted for robbing multiple stores

 

Chicago police are diligently trying to find the culprits behind a spate of robberies targeting different shops located on the Northwest Side of the city. Residents and shopkeepers have expressed legitimate concern over these robberies. According to police authorities, this group has struck three separate businesses in the last week. These incidents have occurred along Cicero Avenue, ranging from Fullerton to Irving Park. While police remain in the process of investigating, they are out collecting evidence and interviewing witnesses in an attempt to compile what information they can on these crimes. Their goal is to ensure the safety of the community and bring those responsible to justice.

 

The robberies occurrence at the following times and locations:

• 4800 block of North Milwaukee Ave on April 17 at 10:40 p.m.

• 4800 block of West Fullerton Ave on April 18 at 10:26 p.m.

• 4000 block of North Cicero Ave on April 20 at 8:48 p.m.

 

9 year old killed, 3 children and 10 others shot in a backyard

 

It was a heart-wrenching tragedy-one that befell April 13, 2024, in the life of a young person shot in a mass shooting while being in a family gathering on the South Side of the town, which was supposed to be all joy. The heartbreaking incident happened at 9:18 p.m. in the rear yard of a residential neighborhood near the intersection of 52nd Street and South Damen Avenue. Chicago police described how quickly the scene descended into chaos after urgent notifications from ShotSpotter, a gunshot detection system, reported the sound of 18 gunshots ringing out in the area. Police officers rushed to the scene immediately after the desperate call for help reached them and took stock of the situation with first aid for the victims. In addition to that life lost in such a tragic manner, ten people were injured, and this incident has sent shockwaves through the family and community who are mourning. It points not only to the persistence of gun violence in the city but also to how such violence can forever change lives and mark families and neighborhoods. They had several people injured upon arrival due to the shooting incident. The urgent lifesaving efforts were immediately initiated as a way of giving them emergency aid. They claimed there was a black sedan entering the area moments before mayhem began. It was at this point that a man, whose identity is still a secret, started firing into the crowd, turning the event into a scene of alarm and disorder. According to the most recent information from the Chicago police department, the attacker managed to run from the scene after firing the shots south down Damen Avenue. First responders responded swiftly to care for the injured and get the victims to receive their care as soon as possible. This incident sends ripples into the community due to safety concerns, and a call for vigilance is raised.

 Police described the latest shooting as a targeted act of violence, done with malice and deliberately targeting a select few. According to the local police, seven adults and four children lost their lives in this terrible incident. One of the victims was a young girl who received a critical gunshot wound to her head. She immediately received attention from emergency personnel, who rushed her to a medical facility for urgent treatment. Unfortunately, she could not survive her injuries despite all the efforts of the medical staff trying to save her life. Her father, named Jose Molina, gave her name publicly as Ariana Molina. She had only nine years of life stolen away from her family and community. The effects of this incident have transcended the boundaries of immediate loss to lives and many lives fearing for their safety amidst violence.

 

"They had some big assault rifles, I guess, because it was too many shots... they shot my daughter in the head... my wife in the back... me in my leg... my two nephews and a couple more family members," Jose Molina told reporters

The individuals affected by this incident comprised of two males, aged 36 and 38, and five females, aged 19, 26, 30, 36, and 40. Additionally, three young boys, aged 1, 8, and 9, sustained injuries.. 

A bright, colorful banner still hangs on the home in the Back of the Yards neighborhood, where a family gathering was held Saturday night. It proudly celebrates a milestone moment-though out of place in a house filled today with heavy sadness hanging in the air. Speaking about the very reason his family was gathered together that day, Jose Molina said they got together to celebrate his sister's confirmation, one of the most important days in her life. What was supposed to be such a happy, joyful day is now a reminder of what they've lost; all the cheerful decorations still hang around them. What once was a vibrant atmosphere now fills up with the tragic experience as the family reflects upon their just celebrated occasion that is bitter-sweet.

"We were about to cut the cake when they started shooting from nowhere," Molina told reporters. Ariana met her untimely demise in a split second, being one of the 11 individuals who fell victim to the gunfire. Molina stated that the victims underwent a successful operation; however, his wife remains unaware that their sole daughter passed away as of Sunday afternoon.

"I haven't told my wife yet because she's still in a lot of pain of her own," he told reporters. "I don't want to give her more pain at the moment." "She was the best daughter ever... sweet... she loved to play... she was helpful... she was the best,".

 

 

 

A man has been accused of shooting a pregnant woman to death and then moving her body into a Chatham alley

 

  The Judge had imposed a major decision in the case of 26-year-old Dontrell Anderson, who is facing serious allegations in a tragic incident earlier this year on the South Side of Chicago. The judge decided that Anderson will be in jail while he awaits his trial. This decision comes after Anderson was arrested by the Chicago police in Manitowoc, Wisconsin, a place quite a distance from the scene of the crime. He had been arrested on a Friday and then taken back to Chicago to face murder and concealing a homicide charges.

The case revolved around the brutal murder of 24-year-old Itzel Camarena, who was horribly killed during a visit with Anderson at his family's apartment in Chatham on February 18. According to investigators, the circumstances of her death were profoundly violent. They said Anderson choked Camarena and shot her in the face. The tragic act took not only her life but touched her family so dearly; it was made known that Camarena was six months pregnant while the murder took place. As the case is ongoing, so will the family and community members' coming to terms with this loss in pursuit of justice.

 

 

 

 

Prosecutors said Anderson shot Camarena as she lay on a couch. They mentioned they had security camera video of him moving her body, wrapped in a white sheet, into an alley. That alone-a damning piece of evidence-can raise a host of concerns about the circumstances of her death. Apart from the video clip, the police officers discovered a couch cushion with bloodstains that pointed out to a violence act that took place on it. However, police have not said whether they recovered weapons at the crime scene, an essential linchpin in building their case against Anderson. The body of Camarena was found about 9 a.m. The body was found the next Sunday, lying between two dustbins near relatives of the victim, Anderson. This fact makes this discovery even more disturbing because it is believed that the killer wanted to hide her remains close to the residence of the victim's family.

The Camarena family often reflects on her dreams and ambitions, remembering how she had always been so excited about the prospect of becoming a mother. She would envision her future as one who would nurture a family, love her children, and share many joyous moments in life. Along with hopes of being a mother, Camarena also dreamed of opening her own cosmetics company. Camarena wanted a brand that showed her imagination and passion for beauty-a creation of hers that would allow her to build something in the industry she loved. It is sad when those ambitions and dreams get cut short, leaving only an empty gulf within the surviving family. This has been one of the most unfortunate outcomes resulting from losing her and has brought a much heavier aura of sadness and hurt that they have had to deal with. Each day just reminded them of what was to have been, what might have been, and how impossible that future imagined with her is to attain without her. The family grieves the passing of Camarena, but they also grieve what will never be, almost as if they are grieving an event that should have been in their lifetime and for which they had a great longing.

Suspect accused of sexually abusing woman, spitting coffee in her face at West Garfield Park neighborhood

 

The Chicago Police Department is releasing a photo of the man they believe committed a violent crime-sexually assaulting a female-on the West Side. The incident happened on March 14th at approximately 8:45 a.m. in the 100 block of South Pulaski Road in West Garfield Park. According to witnesses, the suspect approached the victim and violently assaulted her in a shocking manner. After the assault, he further degraded her by spitting hot coffee directly into her face. Following this disturbing act, the suspect fled the scene by walking south along Pulaski Street. Releasing the photograph of this suspect will aid in locating him and seeing justice served for the victim.

Officials have released an updated composite of one suspect, describing him as apparently between 40 and 50 years of age. Most recently he wore a navy blue jacket with "Wrigleyville" in writing on the back, a gray hooded sweatshirt was worn for added warmth. He also wore grey sweatpants with a white stripe down the side for added style. On his feet, he wore white athletic shoes, which might give a hint that he was out for some physical activity or comfort. On the head, he pulled on a black skull cap-no doubt to keep the head warm or just set off his casual outfit. This detailed description might be helpful in identifying him or comprehending his recent activities.