Chicago Man Charged with Attempted Murder in Woodlawn Shooting
Kenneth Dixon, 20, Arrested and Charged with First-Degree Attempted Murder and Aggravated Battery/Discharge of a Firearm
What We Know:
Kenneth Dixon, 20, allegedly shot and critically injured a 62-year-old woman while she was driving in the 6100 block of South Cottage Grove Avenue, according to police. The incident occurred in the Woodlawn neighborhood of Chicago, Illinois, last November.
Charges and Arrest:
Dixon was arrested on Thursday and charged with first-degree attempted murder and aggravated battery/discharge of a firearm. The charges stem from the November 2024 incident in which Dixon allegedly shot and critically injured the 62-year-old woman.
What’s Next:
Dixon has a detention hearing scheduled for Friday. The hearing will determine whether he will be held in custody or released on bond.
The Source:
The information in this story came from the Chicago Police Department and previous FOX 32 reporting.
FAQs:
Q: Who is Kenneth Dixon?
A: Kenneth Dixon is a 20-year-old man from Chicago who has been charged with first-degree attempted murder and aggravated battery/discharge of a firearm in connection with a shooting in the Woodlawn neighborhood of Chicago.
Q: What happened in the shooting?
A: Dixon allegedly shot and critically injured a 62-year-old woman while she was driving in the 6100 block of South Cottage Grove Avenue in the Woodlawn neighborhood of Chicago in November 2024.
Q: What are the charges against Dixon?
A: Dixon has been charged with first-degree attempted murder and aggravated battery/discharge of a firearm.
Q: What is his detention hearing schedule?
A: Dixon has a detention hearing scheduled for Friday to determine whether he will be held in custody or released on bond.
