Investigation into Officer-Involved Shooting on Near North Side Underway
<h2uania Authorities Respond to Incident near 300 West Division Street
The Chicago Police Department (CPD) and the Civilian Office of Police Accountability (COPA) are investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred on the Near North Side on Sunday evening.
Shooting Unfolded following Traffic Stop Attempt gone Wrong
According to investigators, the shooting happened near the 300 block of West Division Street, just west of the Gold Coast neighborhood. At around 6:50 p.m., officers attempted to conduct a traffic stop on a vehicle in the same area after receiving a call regarding a person with a gun. However, the occupants of the vehicle disregarded the officers’ commands and drove off, striking one of the police vehicles in the process.
Officer Fires Weapon, Suspects Flee to 100 West North Avenue
During the attempted stop, one officer fired their service weapon toward the vehicle, which was later recovered in the 100 block of West North Avenue. Following the incident, a person of interest is currently in custody.
No Injuries Reported, Officer Taken to Hospital for Observation
Fortunately, no injuries were reported, but one officer was taken to an area hospital for observation. The officer(s) involved in the shooting will be placed on routine administrative duties for a minimum of 30 days, as per the police department’s protocol.
Investigation Ongoing, No Further Information Released
The incident remains under investigation, and no further information has been released at this time. The Chicago Police Department and COPA are working to determine the facts surrounding the shooting and the circumstances leading up to it.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Where did the officer-involved shooting occur?
- The shooting took place near the 300 block of West Division Street, just west of the Gold Coast neighborhood.
- What led to the shooting?
- A traffic stop attempt gone wrong, with the occupants disregarding officers’ commands and fleeing, resulted in the shooting.
- What happened to the person of interest?
- A person of interest is currently in custody.
- Were there any reported injuries?
- No injuries were reported, but one officer was taken to an area hospital for observation.
- Will the officer(s) involved be placed on administrative duty?
- Yes, the officer(s) involved will be placed on routine administrative duties for a minimum of 30 days.