A 21-year-old woman is behind bars today facing a first-degree attempted murder charge.
Chicago Police arrested Amiyah Fort on Wednesday morning.
The arrest took place at 9:11 a.m. in the 8200 block of South Ellis Avenue.
Members of the U.S. Marshals Great Lakes Regional Fugitive Task Force assisted in the capture.
Police identified Fort as the person responsible for a shooting that occurred on January 29, 2026.
That incident took place at approximately 2:05 p.m. in the 0-100 block of East 71st Street.
The victim of the shooting was also a 21-year-old woman.
Emergency responders treated the victim for gunshot wounds following the broad-daylight attack.
Investigators worked for over a month to secure a warrant for Fort’s arrest.
Fort now faces one felony count of Attempted Murder – First Degree.
She is scheduled for a detention hearing today, March 5, 2026.
The hearing will take place at the criminal courthouse located at 2600 South California Avenue.
Recent History
The 3rd District has seen a surge in police activity over the last several weeks.
The 0-100 block of East 71st Street is a busy corridor near major transit lines.
Residents in Greater Grand Crossing have expressed growing concerns over daytime violence in the area.
This specific stretch of 71st Street has been a focus for the Chicago Police Department due to recent retail disturbances.
Similar shootings in the neighborhood often stem from personal disputes that escalate in public spaces.
The involvement of the U.S. Marshals suggests the suspect may have been evading capture since the January incident.
Local community leaders continue to call for increased patrols during the afternoon hours to protect commuters.
This arrest marks a significant step for 3rd District detectives working to clear violent crime cases this year.
Police have not released a motive for the shooting at this time.
No further information regarding the victim’s current condition has been provided by authorities.
