Alleged gunman in Hadiya Pendleton slaying was on probation for weapons conviction

The reputed gang member accused of gunning down 15-year-old Hadiya Pendleton last month was on the street even though he had been arrested three times in connection with break-ins and trespassing while on probation for a weapons conviction in recent months, the Tribune has learned.

By Jason Meisner, Chicago Tribune reporter

February 12, 2013