Jamal

Jamal Reese

Jamal reports on crime, safety alerts, and justice updates in Chicago. Raised on the South Side, he shares important news that helps residents stay informed and aware. His goal is to keep facts clear and communities safer through honest reporting.

CPD Releases Surveillance of Suspect in South Shore Murder of 58-Year-Old Man
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CPD Releases Surveillance of Suspect in South Shore Murder of 58-Year-Old Man

CHICAGO — Chicago police are asking for the public’s help identifying a man who allegedly shot and killed a 58-year-old South Shore resident, Alonzo ...

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Chicago Cop Who Accidentally Shot Partner Had History of Misconduct, Suspensions
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Chicago Cop Who Accidentally Shot Partner Had History of Misconduct, Suspensions

CHICAGO — The Chicago police officer who accidentally shot and killed his partner, Officer Krystal Rivera, during a raid earlier this month had a ...

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Lifeguard Detained After Shooting at Douglass Park Pool Leaves Teen Dead, Another Injured
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Lifeguard Detained After Shooting at Douglass Park Pool Leaves Teen Dead, Another Injured

CHICAGO — A shooting at Douglass Park pool Thursday evening left one teenager dead and another seriously injured. A 55-year-old man — identified by ...

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Former Marion County Coroner Charged with Aggravated Criminal Sexual Abuse of Minors
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Former Marion County Coroner Charged with Aggravated Criminal Sexual Abuse of Minors

ILLINOIS — Troy Cannon, the former coroner of Marion County, has been charged with seven counts of aggravated criminal sexual abuse after authorities say ...

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14-Year-Old Among Two Shot in Douglass Park; Both Victims Hospitalized in Serious Condition
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14-Year-Old Among Two Shot in Douglass Park; Both Victims Hospitalized in Serious Condition

CHICAGO — A 14-year-old boy and another male were both shot and critically wounded Thursday evening in Douglass Park, as families and youth football ...

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FTC Sends $126 Million in Refunds to Fortnite Players After Epic Games Settlement
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FTC Sends $126 Million in Refunds to Fortnite Players After Epic Games Settlement

ILLINOIS — Fortnite players across the U.S., including families in Illinois, are starting to receive their share of a $126 million refund distribution from ...

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CHICAGO — A Guadalajara-based Mexican national has been sentenced to more than eight years in federal prison for laundering over $5.5 million in drug money across the United States and funneling the proceeds back to Mexico. According to the U.S. Department of Justice, Jose Manuel Martinez Gomez, 52, known by the alias “Meno,” operated as a money broker — collecting and disguising illegal narcotics profits from drug traffickers across the country. Martinez was sentenced to 8 years and 4 months in prison, followed by three years of supervised release. Drug Profits Disguised Through Cryptocurrency and Cash Court documents revealed that Martinez Gomez coordinated the collection of drug proceeds from various U.S. cities. He then converted those proceeds into cryptocurrency or structured cash movements, effectively cleaning the money and repatriating it to drug trafficking organizations in Mexico. In exchange for his role, Martinez earned a commission percentage from each transfer. The DOJ stated that Martinez “served as a financial lifeline” for traffickers, enabling them to continue distributing narcotics across the U.S. Multi-State Investigation Yields Major Seizures The successful prosecution resulted from a multi-agency investigation led by the DEA’s Lexington Field Office, with support from field divisions in Detroit, Mexico, and other U.S. jurisdictions. The broader enforcement effort resulted in: 3 kilograms of fentanyl 52+ kilograms of cocaine Significant quantities of methamphetamine And over $1 million in drug proceeds seized Officials said the case demonstrates the reach of U.S. enforcement across both state lines and international borders, especially when targeting drug trafficking infrastructure. Case Prosecuted by Federal Financial Crimes Unit The case was prosecuted by Trial Attorney Elizabeth R. Rabe from the Justice Department’s Money Laundering and Asset Recovery Section, alongside Deputy Criminal Chief Gary Todd Bradbury of the Eastern District of Kentucky. “By dismantling the financial wing of drug trafficking, we’re not just punishing individuals — we’re weakening the whole network,” said a DEA spokesperson. Local Impact: Illinois Tied to Larger Drug Corridors While the defendant operated out of Guadalajara, the drug proceeds flowed through multiple U.S. cities — including those linked to Midwest distribution routes. Chicago remains a major hub in national trafficking operations, with law enforcement continuously working to intercept both narcotics and the money that fuels them. Have you witnessed the effects of trafficking or illegal drug activity in your neighborhood? Share tips or concerns anonymously with us at ChicagoSuburbanFamily.com to support community awareness and prevention.
Crime

Guadalajara-Based Man Sentenced to Over 8 Years for Laundering $5.5M in Drug Proceeds Across the U.S.

CHICAGO — A Guadalajara-based Mexican national has been sentenced to more than eight years in federal prison for laundering over $5.5 million in drug ...

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7 Armed Robberies in 2 Hours Spark Police Chase With Helicopter Support, Four Suspects Charged
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7 Armed Robberies in 2 Hours Spark Police Chase With Helicopter Support, Four Suspects Charged

CHICAGO — A shocking two-hour crime spree on June 18 resulted in seven armed robberies across the South and West sides of Chicago — ...

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Wave of Daytime Car Break-Ins Hits Lakefront in Uptown, Lincoln Park, and Lake View

CHICAGO — A string of daytime car burglaries along the Chicago lakefront has prompted police to issue an alert to residents and visitors after ...

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Hanover Park Teen Charged with Reckless Homicide in Fatal November Crash
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Hanover Park Teen Charged with Reckless Homicide in Fatal November Crash

HANOVER PARK, IL — An 18-year-old Hanover Park resident, Adrian Pleban, has been charged with two counts of reckless homicide and two counts of ...

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