Preparedness
Chicago Officer’s Gun Pointing Incident Sparks Controversy, Internal Probe
A recent incident involving a Chicago police officer pointing a firearm at spectators during a street takeover has sparked internal probing within the police department, according to WGN-TV. The incident, caught on video, took place early on a Monday morning at the intersection of West 59th Street and South Pulaski Road in the city’s West Lawn neighborhood on the southwest side.
Spectators were observed in the video participating in the street takeover, with vehicles seen drifting through the intersection. Despite the disruptive event, no arrests were made in relation to the street takeover during the Monday morning incident, police informed WGN-TV.
The footage further reveals a Chicago police transport truck passing through the intersection. An officer can be seen pointing a firearm from the passenger window, WGN reported. This act elicited a barrage of derogatory slurs and insults from the crowd gathered at the street takeover.
WGN’s video report, available on their platform, includes the full clip showing the unlawful street takeover and the responding officer pointing a weapon.
The Civilian Office of Police Accountability (COPA) confirmed to WGN that it has initiated a review into the incident alongside the Chicago Police Department’s Bureau of Internal Affairs.
WGN also highlighted reactions from netizens on their Facebook page who, instead of directing their ire towards the firearm-brandishing officer, expressed frustration with the lawless crowd.
One commenter defended the officer, stating, “Leave her alone!! She’s protecting herself and her partner! Go after the real criminals!” Another user suggested a more extreme response, saying, “Should have started double tapping. That would’ve dispersed the crowd rapidly.”
One user questioned the seeming double standard, querying, “Did I miss something? It’s OK that there is a street takeover by a bunch of thugs, but a cop can’t show a gun? WTF. That’s why Chicago is getting worse and worse. Grew up there, and don’t care if I ever see the city again.”
This incident and the internal investigation underway is a reflection of the ongoing struggle between law enforcement and public perception in Chicago.
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A tragic incident in Michigan has resulted in a teenage boy facing severe charges after allegedly shooting another teen and fatally wounding the teen’s mother, who was trying to protect her son.
Anthony Deshawn Sneed, 15, is being charged as an adult with multiple serious offenses stemming from the incident that occurred on September 4th in Clinton Township.
The charges against Sneed include felony murder as a juvenile defendant, second-degree murder, assault with intent to murder, armed robbery, and four counts of felony firearm possession.
According to the Wayne County Prosecutor’s Office, the conflict began when Sneed got into a fight with the son of Tanseen Sherrod.
During the altercation, Sneed allegedly stole a handgun from the other teen.
When Sherrod attempted to intervene in hopes of calming the situation, she was tragically shot by Sneed, authorities reported.
Details surrounding the exact nature of the fatal confrontation have not been made public.
The other teen involved in the incident was also shot and sustained critical injuries, though his current condition has not been disclosed.
Following the shooting, Sneed fled the scene but turned himself in to Detroit authorities the following day.
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An Arizona man has been charged with the murder of his childhood friend after the headless body of Alijah Bradley was discovered in the desert. The remains of the 24-year-old were found near Gila Bend, just days after his family had reported him missing.
Samuel Bush, 23, faces charges of second-degree intentional murder and concealing a body, with the charges being filed on September 4.
Bradley’s family was left puzzled over the motive behind the murder. A relative, who wished to remain anonymous, expressed their confusion to local news outlets KPHO and KTVK, stating, “We honestly don’t know. He was Sam’s best friend. He was Sam’s only friend.”
The family had reported Bradley missing on August 15 after he failed to show up for work and his mother had not heard from him. Bush had initially told the family he was unaware of Bradley’s whereabouts.
Using GPS coordinates, Bradley’s car was tracked to a remote desert location. On August 19, police found both the car and Bradley’s remains.
Authorities revealed that Bradley’s body had been dismembered, and confirmed that all parts of his remains had been recovered. The Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office has yet to comment on a potential motive for the crime.
Bradley’s aunt, Melissa McNeal, shared her sorrow with ABC15, stating, “It’s devastating. He was just beginning his adulthood.” She added, “I don’t feel a relief or anything because – it doesn’t bring him back. It doesn’t fix anything.”
Bradley’s mother, who chose not to be named, committed herself to seeking justice for her son, saying, “I’m committing my life to obtaining justice for my son.”
Bradley was a Northern Arizona University graduate and had recently celebrated his birthday. A fundraising page set up for his family described him as being “known for his free spirit and wild soul.”
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A California family experienced a terrifying ordeal during their Labor Day picnic when their 5-year-old son was attacked by a mountain lion. The incident occurred just before 4:30 p.m. on Sunday at the Tapia Day Use Area of Malibu State Creek Park in Calabasas, as reported by the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Office.
The boy’s family and several other adults and children were enjoying their time when the mountain lion suddenly grabbed the child by the head and began to run.
“Somebody screamed the baby’s name, and his dad started running,” the boy’s aunt recounted.
“The father grabbed the mountain lion with his hands, and he just fought. Then the mountain lion let go.”
The dramatic rescue unfolded in front of about 40 onlookers, some of whom noted that the mountain lion appeared completely unafraid during the attack.
Male mountain lions can weigh up to 150 pounds and measure up to 8 feet in length, making the father’s actions even more heroic.
The boy was promptly airlifted to Northridge Hospital Medical Center with non-life-threatening injuries. He was released later that Sunday but had to return to the hospital on Monday due to complications involving his eyes.
Upon arrival at the scene, California State Park rangers and California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) officers found the mountain lion crouched in a tree near the picnic area.
The animal was deemed a threat to public safety and was euthanized by a ranger.
Wildlife officers collected evidence from the boy’s injuries, including DNA swabs from the bite marks, which were matched to the mountain lion.
“CDFW and State Park officials are thankful that the family is safe, and the child is recovering and no one else was injured,” the CDFW stated.
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Jack
August 16, 2024 at 12:28 pm
Police should crack down on lawless behavior
Daniel Quigley
August 16, 2024 at 1:01 pm
Maybe if Chicago got serious and started charging,arresting and throwing the Criminals in their City this type incident wouldn’t keep happening. A novel idea would be to arrest and incarcerate every single criminal in that once beautiful and safe city. Now it’s a Lawless jungle where the police are told from the Mayor’s office what they can and can’t arrest for. It would be a fantastic idea if the voters would actually vote for change and get rid of the Criminals they have elected
Nelda Oakley
August 16, 2024 at 1:37 pm
The officer didn’t shoot, she only showed the gun and it alarmed some to disperse. The video shows one guy even running after the police truck! They don’t seem to be afraid of police.
Chico
August 16, 2024 at 2:18 pm
I grew up there in the sixties and seventies, nice place to be from. Half the people I knew had no problem with theft or drugs.
Don
August 16, 2024 at 3:06 pm
It’s Chicago which is nothing but a trash run city which has been going on for a long time. The officer had the right to be wary of the trash.
Timothy
August 18, 2024 at 1:11 pm
the SCOTUS, namely Amy Coney Barrett said, that “we” need to prove we were harmed, IF the gov’t. and big tech CONSPIRED to sensor or cancel our 1st amendment rights. So IF it is good for the 1st, IT must also apply to the 2nd. BRANDISHING a firearm is no longer illegal, UNLESS the one who is stealing or threatening is harmed. IF the criminal activity escalates, or continues, then the putting down, of the animal or savage is justified. I doubt anyone can be harmed, by a property owner “displaying” or “brandishing” a gun. But there is a low IQ sheeople that have been brainwashed by an evil gov’t. in Amerika. Sadly We the People are FORCED, as slaves to pay for this. RED states need to separate from this evil empire…. NOW !