Chicago law enforcement officials recently announced the arrest of 23-year-old Henry Brito, who has been charged with the attempted murder of a 24-year-old man. The incident in question unfolded in the neighborhood lining the 6100 block of S. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Dr. The charges brought against Brito include one felony count of first-degree attempted murder, and one felony count of aggravated battery with the discharge of a firearm, according to the Chicago Police Department.
The arrest came to pass after a concerted effort by the police, who located Brito on November 19, on the 6600 block of S. Stony Island Ave. He was identified as the perpetrator who, minutes earlier, had allegedly shot and gravely injured the 24-year-old male victim in the 6100 block of S. Stony Island Ave, officials said. Upon his apprehension, Brito faced immediate detention, and was subsequently, charged, as per the Chicago Police Department.
A detention hearing has been set for November 22, at the court located at 2600 S. California. No further information has been made available to the public regarding this case, the incident highlights the ongoing challenges that come with confronting gun violence in the city.
