On September 17, 2015, John Davis, a 28-year-old male from Chicago, Illinois, was tragically killed. Details surrounding the incident indicate that Davis was shot while unloading groceries at his Morgan Park home. At approximately 8:40 p.m., three teenagers approached on bicycles and opened fire. Davis and his wife attempted to avoid the gunfire by throwing themselves to the ground. Unfortunately, Davis was struck in the abdomen and succumbed to his injuries later that night at the hospital.
His wife and 11-year-old grandson, who were also present, were not seriously injured. A 41-year-old man on a nearby porch was also wounded, sustaining a gunshot wound to the ear.
Following the incident, William Cochran, an 18-year-old male from Chicago, was arrested and charged with first-degree murder in connection with Davis's death. Authorities believe Cochran was one of the gunmen involved in the shooting. He also faces charges of aggravated battery and discharge of a firearm. Law enforcement officials are actively seeking the two other suspects involved in the incident. The swift arrest was attributed to the determination and focus of Area South detectives, who gathered sufficient evidence from witnesses to identify Cochran as the shooter.
John Davis had been a dedicated employee of the Chicago Police Department for 25 years, serving as a supervisor in the equipment and supply section. His untimely death was a significant loss to both his family and the department. The arrest of Cochran provided some solace to Davis's family, though they continue to mourn his passing. Deputy Chief Eugene Roy expressed hope that the quick resolution of the case would lessen their pain as much as possible.
