Chicago crime: 4 shot, including 2 teens, on West Side, police say
Chicago crime: 4 shot, including 2 teens, on West Side, police say
Four people were shot and injured, including two teenagers, early Sunday morning on the city?s West Side.
CHICAGO - Four people were shot and injured, including two teenagers, early Sunday morning on the city’s West Side.
The shooting happened in the 4500 block of W. Wilcox Street in West Garfield Park, according to the Chicago Police Department.
What we know:
Police responded to the scene around 1:47 a.m., where they found multiple victims shot.
A 28-year-old man had a graze wound to the leg. He was taken to Mt. Sinai Hospital in good condition.
A second 28-year-old man had a graze wound to the neck and a gunshot wound to the head. He was also taken to Mt. Sinai Hospital in serious condition.
A 15-year-old boy had multiple gunshot wounds. He was taken to Stroger Hospital in good condition.
A 16-year-old boy had multiple gunshot wounds. He was taken to Stroger Hospital in serious condition.
No one was in custody in connection with the shooting.
What we don't know:
Police did not disclose further details about the incident.
Area detectives are investigating.
What they're saying:
Ald. Jason Ervin (28th Ward) released a statement on the two shootings taking place overnight on the West Side:
"Last night, our community was shattered by an unacceptable level of violence. My heart goes out to the families of the victims and to all those whose lives have been changed by this senseless violence. I am calling on our community leaders, our public safety partners, and concerned citizens to work together to bring the perpetrators of these shootings to justice and to begin the work of healing our community. The West Side of Chicago is home to strong, resilient people who deserve to live without fear. We must stand together, reject this violence, and commit ourselves to creating a safer future for every resident."