New Reward Offered for Information on Deadly Mass Shooting at Southwest Side Home

Authorities Increase Reward to $20,000 for Information Leading to Arrest of Gunman

Authorities are offering a new reward for information that could lead to the arrest of the person responsible for a deadly mass shooting on the Southwest Side that left three people dead in early December.

Shooting Unfolded in Gage Park Neighborhood

Police said the shooting unfolded just after 2 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 2, in the 3500 block of West 59th Street, in Gage Park.

Nine People Hit by Gunfire, Three Fatalities

According to officials from the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosive (ATF), nine people were hit by gunfire in the shooting, including three men who suffered fatal injuries.

Witnesses Describe Gathering Turned Deadly

Investigators said it is believed that the victims were attending a gathering when the gunfire broke out. Residents who lived nearby agreed, adding that it appeared that a party was going on prior to the shooting.

Increased Reward Offered for Information

As the search for the gunman continues, officials from the ATF, in coordination with the Chicago Police Department and Cook County CrimeStoppers, announced Thursday that authorities are increasing the reward for information that could lead to the identification, location and apprehension of those responsible.

A $10,000 reward was already being offered for information, but Crimestoppers is now offering an additional $10,000, bringing the total reward to $20,000.

ATF Special Agent Commits to Solving the Case

“This is a tragic crime, brazen and unthinkable to have occurred in the middle of the afternoon much less during the holiday season,” ATF Special Agent in Charge Christopher Amon of the Chicago Field Division said. “We are dedicated to working closely with our law enforcement partners and CrimeStoppers to locate those responsible and are also appealing to the public to assist in their identification.”

Investigation Ongoing

Authorities said the investigation into the shooting is currently being conducted in coordination with ATF’s Crime Gun Intelligence Center of Chicago (CGIC).

How You Can Help

Anyone with information on the deadly shooting is asked to contact Cook County CrimeStoppers online at p3tips.com or by phone, through their anonymous hotline, at 1-800-535-STOP (7867). Tips can also be emailed to Cook County CrimeStoppers at TIPS@CookCountyCrimeStoppers.org.

Those who submit tips will receive a code number, which is required to collect a reward.

Conclusion

The community is urged to come together to help bring justice to the families of the victims and to ensure that those responsible for this heinous crime are held accountable.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is the new reward amount for information leading to the arrest of the gunman?
  The total reward is $20,000, comprising of the initial $10,000 and an additional $10,000 offered by Crimestoppers.
• How can I submit a tip?
  You can submit a tip online at p3tips.com, by phone at 1-800-535-STOP (7867), or by email at TIPS@CookCountyCrimeStoppers.org.
• What is the code number required to collect a reward?
  You will receive a code number once you submit a tip, which is required to collect the reward.