Man Accused of Shooting at CPD Officers and Paramedics Facing Additional Hate Crime and Terrorism Charges
Authorities Announce New Charges Against Sidi Mohamed Abdallahi
Chicago police have announced new charges against 22-year-old Sidi Mohamed Abdallahi, who is accused of shooting at CPD officers and paramedics after he allegedly shot a Jewish man on his way to synagogue on the city’s Far North Side over the weekend.
New Charges Stem from Hate-Filled Shooting
Abdallahi, who has already been charged with six felony counts of attempted first-degree murder, seven felony counts of aggravated discharge of a firearm, and one felony count of aggravated battery with the discharge of a firearm, has now been charged with one felony count of terrorism and one felony count of a hate crime.
Shooting Unfolded in West Rogers Park Neighborhood
According to police, the shooting occurred on Saturday morning in the 2600 block of West Farwell Avenue. Officers were initially called to the scene after a person was shot in the area. As they arrived, Abdallahi allegedly began firing at them, hitting a CFD ambulance. Officers then located him in the 6800 block of North Washtenaw Avenue and a gunfight ensued. Abdallahi was hit by gunfire and was treated at the scene before being taken to the hospital.
Victim’s Identity and Injuries Unknown
The victim of the initial shooting, a 39-year-old man who suffered a gunshot wound to his shoulder, has not been identified, and the extent of his injuries is unclear.
ICE Lodges Detainer on Abdallahi
A spokesperson for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) confirmed that officers had lodged an immigration detainer with Cook County Jail on Abdallahi, who is a Mauritanian national.
Police Superintendent Addresses the Community
At a press conference, Chicago Police Superintendent Larry Snelling, Mayor Brandon Johnson, and Cook County State’s Attorney Kim Foxx announced the new charges against Abdallahi. Snelling emphasized that the shooting was "deeply personal to members of our Jewish community, but it should be personal to everyone across the city."
Abdallahi Targeted Jewish Communities
During the investigation, authorities learned that Abdallahi had allegedly been targeting Jewish communities. "We do know that, based on information that was gathered from his phone, that he was targeting Jewish communities," Snelling said.
The Shooting Sparks Concern Among Jewish Community
The additional charges come after the shooting sparked concern among members of Chicago’s Jewish community, who reported that the suspect had allegedly used discriminatory language during the shooting. Several Jewish organizations held a joint news conference ahead of Abdallahi’s detention hearing to address the shooting and community concerns.
Conclusion
Abdallahi remains hospitalized due to injuries sustained in the shooting. The Chicago Civilian Office of Police Accountability (COPA) is also investigating the shooting.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What are the new charges against Sidi Mohamed Abdallahi?
- One felony count of terrorism and one felony count of a hate crime
- What is the motive behind the shooting?
- Abdallahi allegedly targeted Jewish communities
- What is the condition of the victim?
- The victim’s identity and injuries are unknown
- Is ICE involved in the case?
- Yes, ICE has lodged an immigration detainer on Abdallahi
