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Armor in Navy Pier: Person of interest in custody after Lamont Johnson, Peter Jennings shot, killed, Chicago police say
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Armor in Navy Pier: Person of interest in custody after Lamont Johnson, Peter Jennings shot, killed, Chicago police say

CHICAGO (WLS) — A person of interest is in custody following the shooting deaths of two people earlier this week at Navy Pier, Chicago police said Thursday.

CPD did not immediately provide any additional information about the individual.

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Early Thursday, Chicago police released images of the man accused of shooting and killing two people at Navy Pier.

Police said a disgruntled employee shot two of his former co-workers at Navy Pier Tuesday afternoon.

He is described as being 6’2″ tall and weighing approximately 230 pounds with black hair and brown eyes.

Chicago police said he fled the scene on public transportation.

Anyone with information is asked to call (312) 744-8261 or call 911.

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The victims were identified as Lamont Johnson, 51, and Peter Jennings, 47, according to the medical examiner.

Johnson’s aunt said he has worked at Navy Pier for more than 20 years. The family is devastated by his death, saying he was a caring man who always helped those around him.

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