CHICAGO (AP) – A tragic incident unfolded in East Chatham Tuesday night, resulting in the death of a convenience store employee. According to Chicago police, the employee was fatally shot during a robbery attempt in an alley near 79th and King Drive at approximately 10:15 p.m.
Law enforcement officials stated that the gunman attempted to rob the employee, and when the employee’s resistance was unclear, the robber fired multiple shots, fatally striking the victim in the head. The victim, identified as 43-year-old Shadi Mohammads Almomani, was pronounced dead at the scene by the Cook County Medical Examiner.
As of now, the police are actively seeking the perpetrator responsible for this senseless act of violence. The investigation is ongoing, and anyone with information is urged to come forward and assist the authorities in finding the assailant.
This tragic incident serves as a sobering reminder of the ongoing issue of violence and crime in the city. The loss of a life under such circumstances is heart-wrenching and should prompt a collective effort to address the root causes of such criminal behavior in our communities.
The victim’s family and community members are left grappling with the aftermath of this devastating loss, while the search for the perpetrator continues. It is a stark reminder of the need for continued efforts to address crime and violence in our neighborhoods. The police are urging anyone with information to come forward as they continue their search for the assailant.