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2 charged with expressway murder after cops find incriminating Instagram videos

Last updated: June 1, 2025 5:00 pm
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Two individuals have been charged in connection with a fatal shooting on the expressway, with one of them being on pretrial release at the time. The incident took place on the inbound Dan Ryan Expressway near 75th Street, resulting in the death of Tyjon Bush, who was shot while riding in the back seat of a car. The gunman, identified as Tyler Perkins, allegedly fired a rifle from a Chrysler 300, which was later found outside the residence of Demetrius Shields, who was driving the vehicle at the time.

Shields, who was out on pretrial release for a burglary case, was implicated as the driver of the Chrysler during the shooting, based on video evidence. Perkins, on the other hand, is accused of being the gunman who killed Bush. Illinois State Police investigators uncovered Instagram videos showing Perkins holding an assault rifle inside the Chrysler with Shields shortly after the shooting. The ammunition used in the rifle matched that found at the crime scene.

In incriminating Instagram posts, Perkins claimed that the shooting was in retaliation for a gun theft by Bush and another individual the night before. In a disturbing video, Perkins can be seen laughing about Bush’s death. Following the issuance of an arrest warrant for Perkins, investigators monitored his Instagram activity and eventually apprehended him in a Houston hotel room, with the assistance of an FBI task force.

Both Perkins and Shields are facing charges of first-degree murder, with Shields being detained by Judge James Costello and Perkins by Judge Mary Marubio. Perkins now joins a growing list of individuals who have committed violent crimes while on pretrial release for felony charges in Chicago. This alarming trend underscores the need for improved monitoring and accountability within the criminal justice system.

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This report is part of a series that highlights cases of individuals accused of violent crimes while awaiting trial on felony charges. The prevalence of such incidents raises questions about the effectiveness of bond reform initiatives and the need for stricter measures to prevent reoffending. Despite the challenges in tracking and prosecuting these cases, it is essential to address the underlying issues contributing to such criminal behavior and ensure the safety of the community.

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