Nassie Mason and Erving Harris charged in the fatal shooting of Jerry Lewis near United Center Two men have been charged in the shooting death of 67-year-old Jerry Lewis, a prominent Chicago contractor, who was killed near the United Center on Tuesday. Nassie Mason, 28, faces first-degree murder and felony firearm possession charges, while Erving Harris, 31, is also charged with the same offenses. The suspects were arrested shortly after the incident occurred on West Madison Street, according to Chicago police. Lewis was fatally shot around 1 p.m. near the intersection of West Madison and South Leavitt streets. His wife stated that he was walking between offices when he was approached by two gunmen who opened fire. The victim was struck in the head and taken to Stroger Hospital, where he later died. Authorities have not yet disclosed the motive behind the attack or provided details about the circumstances leading to the violence. Lewis was a well-known figure in the construction industry and played a significant role in Project 1901, a $7-billion development project surrounding the United Center. His family described him as a successful contractor and developer who made a lasting impact on the West Side community. The Cook County medical examiner has not officially confirmed the victim’s identity, though the police report identifies him as Jerry Lewis. The suspects, Mason and Harris, are scheduled to appear in court on Friday. Law enforcement has not released additional information about the case, and no further details about the investigation have been made public. The incident has sparked discussions about safety in the area, with local officials and community members expressing concern over the violence.#united_center #nassie_mason #erving_harris #jerry_lewis #project_1901
