Teen Charged with Attempted Murder in Mount Prospect Shooting; Second Suspect at Large: Police

Arrest and Charges

A 16-year-old boy is in custody in connection with a recent shooting in northwest suburban Mount Prospect. The teen was arrested Thursday on a slew of charges, including:

• One felony count of attempted first-degree murder
• One felony count of aggravated discharge of a firearm
• One felony count of possession of a defaced firearm
• One felony count of unlawful possession of a firearm by a street gang member
• One felony count of aggravated unlawful use of a weapon

Shooting Incident

The charges stem from a shooting that occurred Oct. 2 in the 1800 block of Hatherleigh Court, according to Mount Prospect police. Witnesses told dispatchers that two male teens wearing hooded sweatshirts were seen running in the area.

When police arrived, they found a victim who had reportedly been shot at by one of the teen suspects. Multiple shell casings from a handgun were also recovered at the scene. Witnesses claimed one of the teens yelled, “I’m going to kill you,” before firing multiple gunshots.

Police Investigation

Police later found one of the suspects near an apartment complex in the 1900 block of West Algonquin Road. The suspect, a known gang member, ran from the officer, authorities said. The officer chased the teen and took him into custody. A handgun was also recovered.

After further investigation, the Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office approved the charges against the 16-year-old, who was taken to the Juvenile Detention Center.

Second Suspect at Large

The other suspect is still on the run and was last wearing a gray hooded sweatshirt, blue jeans, and white shoes. Anyone with more information on the incident or who has surveillance video footage is urged to contact the Mount Prospect Police Department Special Response Team at 847-870-5656.

The Source

The information in this article was provided by the Mount Prospect Police Department.

Conclusion

The Mount Prospect Police Department is working tirelessly to bring the second suspect to justice. The community is encouraged to come forward with any information that may aid in the investigation.

FAQs

Q: What happened during the shooting incident?
A: Two male teens wearing hooded sweatshirts were seen running in the area. One of the teens yelled, “I’m going to kill you,” before firing multiple gunshots.

Q: How many charges has the 16-year-old teen been accused of?
A: The 16-year-old teen has been accused of five felony counts, including attempted first-degree murder and aggravated discharge of a firearm.

Q: Is the second suspect still at large?
A: Yes, the second suspect is still on the run and is described as wearing a gray hooded sweatshirt, blue jeans, and white shoes.

Q: How can I help with the investigation?
A: If you have any information on the incident or have surveillance video footage, you can contact the Mount Prospect Police Department Special Response Team at 847-870-5656.