19-Year-Old Charged in Chicago Double Shooting of Minors
BREAKING: A 19-year-old has been charged with first-degree murder following a tragic double shooting that left a 15-year-old boy dead and a 12-year-old critically injured in Chicago’s Canaryville neighborhood. The incident occurred on July 13, 2023, around 3:45 PM, as the boys were in a vacant lot located in the 600-block of West 47th Street.
According to the Chicago Police Department (CPD), the boys were engaged in a confrontation with an unknown number of suspects when one of the assailants opened fire. The younger victim was shot in the chest, while the older victim suffered a gunshot wound to the hip. Both boys were rushed to University of Chicago Comer Children’s Hospital in critical condition.
Tragically, the 15-year-old, identified as Alex Durante, succumbed to his injuries early Friday morning. The police confirmed his death shortly thereafter. The other victim managed to flee to a nearby barbershop but collapsed before receiving assistance.
In the wake of this horrific event, police arrested Daniel Navas Maiver on Friday. He faces charges of first-degree murder and attempted murder, with an initial court appearance scheduled for Sunday. Authorities have yet to disclose whether any of those involved were students at nearby Tilden High School.
This incident has sent shockwaves through the local community, raising urgent concerns about youth safety in the area. Community leaders and advocates are calling for increased measures to protect children from gun violence.
As the investigation continues, police urge anyone with information to step forward. The community is left grappling with the emotional aftermath of this devastating shooting, highlighting the urgent need for action against gun violence.
Stay tuned for updates on this developing story as more details emerge.
