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crime6 days ago•2 min saved

18-year-old charged after ramming five CPD officers during West Side after-prom chaos

An 18-year-old, Rashad Johnson of Plainfield, was charged with first-degree attempted murder, aggravated unlawful possession of a weapon, and criminal damage to government property after allegedly driving a blue car into five Chicago police officers and a squad car as they dispersed a large after-prom gathering near Roosevelt and Loomis on the Near West Side; a gun was found in the car and all five officers were hospitalized (three in the hospital Sunday afternoon). Officials said it wasn’t clear whether Johnson was connected to the gathering, which was described as an out-of-control after-prom event at the Brooks Homes, and about 30 minutes later a 19-year-old man was shot nearby.

via ABC7 Chicago|

#after-prom #chicago-police #crime

crime6 days ago•17 min saved

Driver Strikes Five Officers During Chaotic Near West Side Teen Gathering

Five Chicago police officers were injured after a driver struck them while dispersing a large teen gathering at Loomis Street and Roosevelt Road on the Near West Side. An 18-year-old Plainfield man, Rashad Johnson, was arrested at the scene and charged with five counts of attempted murder plus weapons and other felonies as investigators examine the after-prom-style gathering that drew hundreds.

via Block Club Chicago|

#chicago #crime #crowd-control

local14 days ago•38 min saved

Cameras Catch Chaotic Navy Yard Chipotle Brawl

Video from 7News shows a violent brawl inside Navy Yard Chipotle, with chairs thrown as MPD investigates; the incident is linked to concerns about teen takeovers in Washington, D.C.

via WJLA|

#brawl #chipotle #local

local2 years ago•2 min saved

Lakeview Community in Turmoil as Teen Takeovers Wreak Havoc

Residents in Chicago's Lakeview neighborhood are angry after a "teen takeover" resulted in car and property damage. The incident involved individuals jumping off CTA Red Line trains, blocking traffic, and jumping on cars. While violence was minimal, there was significant traffic disruption and property damage. Chicago police were unable to stop the flow of teens due to CTA officials declining to run trains on bypass. At least two arrests were made, and police were able to disperse the crowds by 3 a.m.

via NBC Chicago|

#chicago-police #lakeview #local

crime3 years ago•3 min saved

Chicago's Teen Violence Sparks Concern and Criticism from Good Samaritan and Officials.

A good Samaritan who saved a young couple from being assaulted by a mob during Chicago's "Teen Takeover" has criticized Mayor Lori Lightfoot for downplaying the violence. Lenora Dennis, who intervened to defend the couple, likened the scene to a "war scene" and called on community leaders, police, and parents to act together to prevent such incidents from happening again. While Mayor Lightfoot argued that the majority of young people came downtown to enjoy the city, Dennis disagreed, saying that the situation was "mayhem."

via New York Post |

#assault #chicago #crime

crime3 years ago•3 min saved

Chicago Good Samaritan Sends Message to Lightfoot After Saving Couple from Brutal Attack.

A good Samaritan who intervened to save a couple being brutally beaten during Chicago's "Teen Takeover" event has criticized Mayor Lori Lightfoot for "sugarcoating" the chaos. Lenora Dennis, who witnessed the attack, disagreed with Lightfoot's claim that the event "wasn't mayhem." Dennis urged community leaders, police, and citizens to work together to prevent such incidents from happening again. She also warned parents to monitor their children's social media activity, arguing that some of the city's youth have been "indoctrinated" to believe such actions are acceptable.

via Fox News|

#chicago #crime #good-samaritan

crime3 years ago•3 min saved

Chicago Violence: Good Samaritan's Message to Mayor and Police.

A good Samaritan who intervened to save a couple being brutally beaten during Chicago's "Teen Takeover" event has criticized Mayor Lori Lightfoot for "sugarcoating" the chaos. Lenora Dennis, who witnessed the attack, disagreed with Lightfoot's claim that the event "wasn't mayhem." Dennis urged community leaders, police, and citizens to work together to prevent similar situations from happening again. She also warned parents to monitor their children's social media activity, arguing that some of the city's youth have been "indoctrinated" to believe such actions are acceptable.

via Yahoo News|

#chicago #crime #good-samaritan

crime3 years ago•2 min saved

Chicago's Downtown Safety Plan Criticized After Mob Attack.

A video has emerged showing a woman being attacked, beaten, and robbed by a mob of young people during the "Teen Takeover" of downtown Chicago. The woman and a male victim were surrounded by the mob, who struck them several times before taking their personal property and fleeing. No arrests have been made, and the victims suffered minor injuries. The Chicago Police Department is using social media posts to investigate crimes committed during the chaos and has outlined steps to improve safety in the area.

via Yahoo News|

#assault #chicago #crime

crime3 years ago•2 min saved

Chicago's Response to Teen Takeover Chaos Criticized.

via Fox News|

#assault #chicago #crime

politics3 years ago•3 min saved

Chicago's New Mayor Defends Teens Amid Unrest and Large Gatherings.

Chicago Mayor-elect Brandon Johnson responded to the violent “teen takeover” of the city’s downtown area by urging the public not to “demonize” the rampaging young people who set cars on fire, clashed with cops and damaged private property. Two nights of unrest, which were organized on social media, saw packs of out-of-control teens clash with cops, brawl with one another, vandalize property, and break into and set cars on fire. Johnson urged the public to create spaces for youth to gather safely and responsibly, under adult guidance and supervision, to ensure that every part of the city remains welcome for both residents and visitors.

via New York Post |

#chicago #mayor-elect #politics

crime3 years ago•2 min saved

Chicago's Mayors Address Teen Chaos in the Loop

Chicago Mayor-elect Brandon Johnson condemned the chaotic "Teen Takeover" of the Loop over the weekend, which saw hundreds of young people descend on the downtown area for two nights in a row. Two teenage males were shot while standing in a crowd during the mayhem on Saturday night. Johnson warned against vilifying youth while condemning the incident and said that it is not constructive to demonize youth who have otherwise been starved of opportunities in their own communities. Chicago police arrested nine adults and six juveniles in connection with the takeover, which was advertised on social media.

via Fox News|

#chicago #crime #mayor-elect-brandon-johnson