Overview
- A reunion of former Robert Taylor Homes residents in Washington Park ended in gunfire on Saturday night, leaving one man dead and 14 others wounded.
- Police say evidence from the scene shows at least 36 shell casings, casings from a rifle, a recovered firearm and signs that multiple shooters fired with some return fire from the crowd.
- The ATF and FBI have joined the Chicago Police Department investigation, investigators are reviewing video and tracking vehicles, and no arrests have been announced.
- Cook County Crime Stoppers and federal partners boosted the reward to $30,000 for information leading to an arrest and are urging anyone with footage or tips to come forward.
- City and community groups opened emergency assistance and crisis-resource events, including a Washington Park fieldhouse center offering counseling, victim services and help with funeral and financial needs, as officials weigh steps to prevent retaliation and improve park safety.