$10,000 reward after West Side drive-by gunman kills one, wounds three
Cook County Crime Stoppers is offering a reward of up to $10,000 for any information that leads to an arrest following a tragic mass shooting on the West Side of Chicago. The incident occurred on Monday evening near the intersection of Madison and Lockwood, where four men were standing on the sidewalk. An SUV pulled up alongside them, and a gunman inside the vehicle opened fire before quickly fleeing the scene, leaving one man dead and three others injured.
According to Chicago police, a 32-year-old man was fatally shot in the face and was pronounced dead at Mount Sinai Hospital. Another victim, a 34-year-old man, is in critical condition, while the remaining two victims, aged 36 and 27, are in stable condition. The senseless act of violence has once again highlighted the ongoing devastation that gun violence brings to families and communities in Cook County.
Paul Rutherford, the executive director of Cook County Crime Stoppers, expressed his sorrow over the incident and urged anyone with information to come forward. He emphasized the importance of community cooperation in bringing justice to the victims and preventing future acts of violence. Area Four detectives are currently leading the investigation, and the reward offered by Crime Stoppers is valid for 60 days for any information that leads to an arrest or indictment.
Individuals who possess information related to the shooting can contact the Crime Stoppers tip line at 1-800-535-7867 or submit a tip online at www.CPDTIP.com. Callers have the option to remain anonymous and will be provided with a confidential code number to claim any reward that may be awarded for their assistance.
The tragic incident serves as a grim reminder of the ongoing challenges posed by gun violence in Chicago and the urgent need for community collaboration to address this issue. Cook County Crime Stoppers remains committed to supporting law enforcement efforts and seeking justice for victims of violent crimes.
