Chicago police and FBI agents say an apartment building in the 2400 block of North Monticello was a bloody crime scene on New Year's Day 2008. Investigators say 32 year old Fernando Palomino went there that day to sell drugs. Investigators say what went down was not a typical drug deal. The FBI's Ross Rice says, "No cocaine was ever seen. We dont think they actually had it. This was actaully a drug rip off."
Thats because agents say when Palomino and his accomplice entered the apartment, they pulled out guns and demanded money. The victims said they had none. That's when the shooting started. Those shots left three people dead, and a fourth injured. Then, the agents say, Palomino and the other gunman took off. The two were reportedly seen getting into a vehicle that was waiting for them on the corner at Fullerton and Monticello. Police records show they took off in either a red or maroon SUV . Palomino is now charged with murder, but he's been on the run for more than two years.
The last solid lead agents had on Palomino was just a few days after the shooting. It was cell phone call he made to his girlfriend here. That call came from Laredo, Texas.
Agents add both Palomino and the other gunmen, Eric Secuondino, may be hiding in the the Chicago area with help from their fellow Spanish Cobra gang members.
Agents say Palomino is described as a Hispanic male, about five feet eight inches tall, weighing around 185 pounds, with black hair, brown eyes, and is also known by the following names: Fernando Vargas, Tony Vargas and Tony Vasquez
He is considered armed and dangerous. If you see him, call police.
Saturday, May 18 2013 8:06 AM EDT2013-05-18 12:06:18 GMT
Two Metro-North trains collided around 6 p.m. in Fairfield, Conn., in between the Fairfield and Bridgeport stations. At least 60 people have been hurt, the governor said.
Two Metro-North trains collided around 6 p.m. in Fairfield, Conn., in between the Fairfield and Bridgeport stations. At least 60 people have been hurt, the governor said.
Saturday, May 18 2013 7:49 AM EDT2013-05-18 11:49:20 GMT
An airline official says a US Airways flight with 34 people aboard was forced to make a belly landing at Newark International Airport after experiencing landing gear trouble. No injuries were reported.
An airline official says a US Airways flight with 34 people aboard was forced to make a belly landing at Newark International Airport after experiencing landing gear trouble. No injuries were reported.
Friday, May 17 2013 9:12 PM EDT2013-05-18 01:12:56 GMT
A welcome sight in Coney Island: workers cleaning umbrellas, wiping down counters, and putting the finishing touches on a rebuilt Original Nathan's Famous.
A welcome sight in Coney Island: workers cleaning umbrellas, wiping down counters, and putting the finishing touches on a rebuilt Original Nathan's Famous.
Friday, May 17 2013 8:53 PM EDT2013-05-18 00:53:52 GMT
The New Jersey Sports and Exposition Authority has approved the master plan for the American Dream megamall in the Meadowlands sports complex. The approval at Friday's special board meeting means the
The New Jersey Sports and Exposition Authority has approved the master plan for the American Dream megamall in the Meadowlands sports complex. The approval at Friday's special board meeting means the
Friday, May 17 2013 8:28 PM EDT2013-05-18 00:28:27 GMT
Democratic Assemblyman Vito Lopez, who represents New York City, said he will resign June 20 amid a sexual harassment scandal and run for a City Council seat.
Democratic Assemblyman Vito Lopez, who represents New York City, said he will resign June 20 amid a sexual harassment scandal and run for a City Council seat.
Friday, May 17 2013 5:54 PM EDT2013-05-17 21:54:45 GMT
The big game will be played in New Jersey but the big party will be in New York City. Organizers call it "Super Bowl Boulevard."
The big game will be played in New Jersey but the big party will be in New York City. Organizers call it "Super Bowl Boulevard": it will stretch from 44th Street on Broadway all the way to 34th Street.
Friday, May 17 2013 5:03 PM EDT2013-05-17 21:03:04 GMT
A 21-year-old Hofstra University student was shot and killed during an apparent home-invasion robbery in Uniondale, Long Island. The suspect also died in the incident.
A 21-year-old Hofstra University student was shot and killed during an apparent home-invasion robbery in Uniondale, Long Island. The suspect also died in the incident.
Friday, May 17 2013 4:17 PM EDT2013-05-17 20:17:46 GMT
A Humvee carrying six Navy SEALs and two other sailors overturned during a training exercise at Fort Knox in Kentucky, killing one of the SEALs and injuring the others, military officials said Friday.
A Humvee carrying six Navy SEALs and two other sailors overturned during a training exercise at Fort Knox in Kentucky, killing one of the SEALs and injuring the others, military officials said Friday.
