POLICE CLOSE HEROIN MARKET AT HAMLIN & OHIO – ARREST 9 GANG MEMBERS

    Chicago Police Narcotics Division officers climaxed a 2-month investigation tracking a recent spike in shootings and violence linked to street corner narcotics sales in the area of Ohio Street and Hamlin Avenue in the 11th District. Officers conducted strategic surveillance, recorded drug sales, made covert buys of narcotics, and infiltrated the gang operating the drug operation. They identified a dozen key targets.
    On Saturday, April 28, nine offenders identified as members of the Conservative Vice Lords street gang were arrested as police shut down drug sales and seized heroin with a street value of $3,000, plus $6,700 in cash after observing and stopping the vehicle of a convicted narcotics offender. Three additional targets of this investigation are being sought.
   
Arrested and in custody are:

Jontae Adams, 20,
700 block of N. Ridgeway;
Warrant-Dangerous Drugs

Derick Coopwood, 19,
300 block of N. Hamlin; Warrant-Dangerous Drugs

Geonne Crew, 30,
Bellwood; Possession of a Controlled Substance

Troy Harris, 17,
4300 block of N. Cortez; Warrant-Dangerous Drugs

Michael Raggs, 19,
300 block of N. Hamlin;
Manufacturing/Delivery of Heroin

Jermaine Rose, 20,
400 block of N. Ridgeway;
Possession of a Controlled Substance

Quentin Scott, 23,
700 block of N. Hamlin; Warrant-Dangerous Drugs

NEW MT. PILGRIM YOUTH MARCH FOR PEACE ON PALM SUNDAY

 On Palm Sunday, the young people of New Mt. Pilgrim led Pastor Marshall Hatch and the adults of the church on a march through West Garfield Park calling for an end to the epidemic of gang violence. (Photo by Stephen Dunn)

 Onward Christian Soldiers: Just as Jesus carried His cross to the crucifixion, young people from New Mt. Pilgrim Church carry a cross through the streets of West Garfield Park signifying the curse of death from gang violence & drugs. They resolved to end the bloodshed and called upon God’s help in doing so. (Photo by Stephen Dunn)

Along the route of the march, Pastor Marshall Hatch leads the throng in prayers for peace. (Photo by Stephen Dunn)

Camille Lilly

Former Chicago Park District Board member Rep. Camille Lilly meets with parks supporters in Springfield. She commended them for increasing awareness of free physical options. With Rep. Lilly are Rep. Kim DuBuclet & the parks delegation.

More Golden Gloves Boxing Action

Nobel Loureate

 Nobel Peace Prize laureate Shan Cretin of the American Friends Service Committee tells Prosser Career Academy Principal Ken Hunter that she is impressed with his school’s initiatives promoting peace and understanding among students of differing backgrounds. (Photo by Brad)

Shan Cretin, General Secretary of the American Friends Service Committee, in Chicago for a conference of Nobel Peace Prize laureates, visits Prosser Career Academy and challenges students to work for peace, realizing that one person acting on convictions can change the world. (Photo by Brad)

Laramie And Adams

 Commander Barbara West with Aldermen Jason Ervin & Deborah Graham, and local pastors gathering at Laramie and Adams to ensure gangbangers and drug dealers do not reclaim the corner following a major crackdown by Chicago police. (Photo by Brad)

 Pastor A.P. Randall congratulates Barbara West on her appointment as Commander of the 15th District. She was raised in Austin and spent years patrolling the streets as an officer. (Photo by Brad)

Commander Barbara West, Ald. Deborah Graham, local pastors, and neighborhood residents rally at Laramie & Adams to ensure that the corner is not reclaimed by gangbangers and drug dealers. (Photo by Brad)

SECOND CHANCE OPENS SOCIAL SERVICE AGENCY AT 5900 WEST NORTH AVENUE

Roslynn Hogan explains the scope of services Second Chance will be providing to Austin youth and adults from its offices at 5900 W. North Ave. (Photo by Brad)

Roslynn Hogan enthusiastically explains to friends, family, and community residents the programs her Second Chance Housing & Development agency will be providing. The occasion is the Grand Opening of the organization at 5900 West North Avenue. Centerpieces of the ambitious program are free computer training, GED preparation, academic assistance and tutoring, parenting & mentoring development, and sports & recreational activities to deter youth from gangs, drugs, and dropping out of school. For information on Second Chance programs and services, call Roslynn Hogan at 773/637-7302 or email rhogan2@comcast.net.

Ald. Emma Mitts joins Roslynn & Chris Hogan with civic leaders and Austin residents in celebrating the Grand Opening of Second Chance Housing & Development at 5900 W. North Ave. (Photo by Brad)

LOADS OF FUN LAUNDROMAT OPENS AT 4840 WEST CHICAGO AVENUE

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