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19-Year-Old Charged with Attempted Murder After Bronzeville Jewel Shooting
Elijah Theodore accused of shooting security guard during botched robbery attempt
Published on Feb. 15, 2026
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A 19-year-old man has been charged with attempted murder after a shooting last November at a Jewel Osco grocery store in Chicago's Bronzeville neighborhood. Elijah Theodore of Washington Park was arrested in Phoenix and extradited back to Chicago, where he was charged with first-degree attempted murder for allegedly shooting a 46-year-old male security guard during a robbery attempt.
Why it matters
Violent crimes like this shooting at a neighborhood grocery store raise concerns about public safety and the need for effective crime prevention and intervention strategies, especially in areas that have historically struggled with higher rates of violence.
The details
According to police, Theodore and another man entered the Jewel Osco on November 11 and tried to steal three bouquets of flowers and a greeting card. When the security guard intervened, one of the robbers fired a gun, hitting the guard and two other bystanders. The security guard was seriously wounded, while a 29-year-old woman was shot in the foot and a 67-year-old woman was grazed. Customers fled the store, taking cover in freezers and neighboring businesses.
- The shooting occurred on November 11, 2025.
- Elijah Theodore was arrested in Phoenix on February 12, 2026 and extradited back to Chicago.
The players
Elijah Theodore
A 19-year-old man from Washington Park who was charged with first-degree attempted murder for the shooting.
46-year-old male security guard
The victim of the shooting, who was seriously wounded after intervening in the robbery attempt.
What’s next
The judge will decide on Tuesday whether to allow Elijah Theodore to be released on bail.
The takeaway
This incident highlights the ongoing challenges of addressing violent crime in urban communities and the need for a comprehensive approach that addresses the root causes of violence while also ensuring public safety.
