Hammond Man Accused of Killing Ex-Wife Arrested in Chicago After Days-Long Search
Man Wanted in Connection with Shooting Death of Ex-Wife
According to the U.S. Marshals Service, 39-year-old Allen Oscar Woods, a Hammond, Indiana resident, was taken into custody on Wednesday following a days-long search.
Shooting Death of Ex-Wife
Authorities said Woods was wanted in connection with the shooting death of his ex-wife, Tiffany Woods, who he allegedly shot multiple times publicly on the afternoon of December 27. Charges against Woods in connection with his ex-wife’s murder have been filed in Lake Criminal Court.
(Source: U.S. Marshals Service)
Search for Fugitive
Last week, authorities asked the public for help in the search for Woods, who was believed to be in Chicago. A tip came in around 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday, leading authorities to the 1200 block of South Canal Street, on the Near West Side in Chicago.
Arrest and Custody
Authorities responded to the scene and located Woods in an establishment in the 1400 block of South Canal Street, where he was taken into custody.
Unclear Motive
It remains unclear what led to the deadly shooting.
Conclusion
The arrest of Allen Oscar Woods brings an end to a days-long search, and authorities can now focus on building a case against him for the murder of his ex-wife. The motive behind the shooting is still unclear, and it is likely to be a major part of the investigation.
FAQs
* Who is Allen Oscar Woods?
+ A 39-year-old man from Hammond, Indiana, accused of murdering his ex-wife.
* What happened to his ex-wife?
+ She was shot multiple times publicly on December 27.
* Where was Woods arrested?
+ In an establishment on the 1400 block of South Canal Street, on the Near West Side in Chicago.
* What is the current status of the case?
+ Woods is in custody, and authorities are building a case against him.
