On 3/17/2023 at 12:32 pm the Westchester Police Department Officers were dispatched to the area of 700 blk Newcastle Ave for a call of shots fired.
On March 17 2023, Cook County States Attorney Office approved Felony charges of Aggravated Discharge of a Firearm against 24 year old Isaiah Murry from Chicago. On March 18, 2023 Murry appeared at a bond hearing and bond was set at $150,000 with 10% to apply. Additional charges may be added following court proceedings. Murry's next court date will be March 21, 2023 at the 4th District Cook County Maybrook Courthouse.
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Westchester Officers arrived and located a female that stated she was involved in a domestic incident on the expressway that ultimately ended on Newcastle Ave. The other party involved exited the vehicle, and discharged a firearm striking a parked vehicle. The offender fled from the scene and was located by Officers in a nearby alley. One subject was taken into custody with a loaded handgun. Westchester Detectives and the Cook County States Attorney Office investigation is underway and charges are pending.
The public is reminded that all persons are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law
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