Police officer shot during traffic stop

CHICAGO, IL – A traffic stop in Chicago’s Humboldt Park neighborhood turned deadly Thursday evening when a police officer was wounded and a 26-year-old man was killed in a gunfire exchange, according to local authorities. The officer, who suffered a gunshot wound to the wrist, is currently in good condition in a local hospital. Four of his colleagues, unharmed in the shooting, were also hospitalized for observation. The deceased man, identified as Dexter Reed, 26, …

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Chicago shooting leaves 12-year-old boy dead

CHICAGO, IL – A heartbreaking shooting incident took place in Chicago’s Englewood neighborhood on Sunday evening, claiming the life of a 12-year-old boy. The shooting took place near Lowe and Marquette, as confirmed by the Chicago Police Department. The first sign of trouble was a ShotSpotter alert, according to Alderman William Hall of the 6th district. Upon arrival, officers found the young victim, identified as Damien Green, suffering from a fatal gunshot wound to his …

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