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Oakbrook Center mall shooting was result of robbery-gone-wrong planned by Chicago woman, prosecutors say
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Key Points:
- Chance Jamerson, 29, is accused of masterminding a robbery that led to a deadly shooting at Oakbrook Center mall on Sept. 30, resulting in the death of Justin Hill, 28.
- Prosecutors allege Jamerson coordinated the robbery by texting Hill their location and instructing him to block in the victims, who were attempting to buy limited-edition watches.
- During the confrontation, a struggle over a gun ensued, leading to gunfire that killed Hill and wounded Jamerson, who then fled briefly before being taken into custody and hospitalized.
- Jamerson faces three felony counts of attempted armed robbery, but her defense attorney denies her involvement, emphasizing her role as a mother of three young children.
- The judge ordered Jamerson to remain detained due to concerns about community safety, rejecting a request for electronic monitoring or home confinement; her next court date is set for Oct. 23.
