A shocking incident unfolded in Chicago when a man, who was already on pretrial release, allegedly shot a 20-year-old woman in the face. Daniel May, a 19-year-old, is accused of this heinous act, making him the third person in Chicago this year to be involved in a shooting while awaiting trial for another case.
The incident took place on January 13 on South Crandon Avenue, where officers responded to reports of a person shot. The victim managed to flag down the officers and explained that she had been shot by a man and a woman who were still inside an apartment nearby. When the officers followed a blood trail to the apartment, they found 21-year-old Maleah Carter at the door and May exiting a rear bedroom. A 9mm shell casing and bullet-sized hole in the wall indicated the severity of the situation. Shockingly, two young children were also present in the apartment at the time.
Further investigation led to the discovery of a cut-off ankle monitor, two firearms, and a firearm spring at the rear of the building. The victim, who was in serious condition, provided videos from her phone that showed Carter making threats to her, including brandishing a gun and challenging her to come outside.
The victim recounted that when she knocked on Carter’s door, May answered and proceeded to assault her with a pistol before dragging her inside. He then allegedly pointed the gun at her and pulled the trigger. Fortunately, she managed to escape and seek help from a stranger.
May has been charged with aggravated battery by discharging a firearm and was detained by Judge John Hock due to his criminal history and being on pretrial release at the time of the shooting. Carter, on the other hand, faces charges of mob action and was also detained by Hock for orchestrating a dangerous situation while children were present.
This incident adds to the growing concerns about individuals committing violent acts while on pretrial release for felony allegations. The series of reports on such incidents highlights the need for stricter monitoring and accountability in the justice system. It is essential to ensure the safety of the community and prevent further tragedies from occurring.
