CHICAGO — A 24-year-old man shot at an armed offender after being held up at gunpoint overnight in West Loop, according to Chicago police.

Shooting Occurred in the 200 Block of North Morgan Street

Police say the 24-year-old man was walking on the sidewalk in the 200 block of North Morgan Street at around 1:45 a.m. Sunday when a male exited a Ford SUV and demanded the victim’s property at gunpoint.

The victim then took out his gun and fired several shots in the direction of the armed offender.

The offender fled on foot, and the SUV, meanwhile, was riddled with bullet holes at the scene and eventually caught fire.

Investigation Ongoing, No One in Custody

Police say nobody is in custody, and Area Three detectives are investigating.

FAQs

Q: What is the current status of the investigation?

A: The investigation is ongoing, and Area Three detectives are handling the case.

Q: Is there a suspect in custody?

A: No, there is no one in custody at this time.

Q: What was the location of the shooting?

A: The shooting occurred in the 200 block of North Morgan Street in the West Loop.

Q: Was the victim injured?

A: No, the victim was not injured.