9-year-old girl among 2 injured in shooting near Far North Side school
Shooting occurs near William C Goudy Public School
According to Chicago police, gunfire erupted just before 3:30 p.m. in the 5100 block of North Winthrop Avenue, near William C Goudy Public School, in Uptown, about 30 minutes after classes were dismissed. The school also went into lockdown mode as a precaution.
Two victims, including 9-year-old girl, injured
Offices said the two victims, a 9-year-old girl and a 45-year-old man, were standing near a sidewalk in the area when they were both hit by gunfire.
Young girl suffers graze wound, man shot in the arm
The young girl suffered a graze wound to her calf and was taken to the hospital where she was listed in good condition.
The 45-year-old man was shot in the arm and was taken to the hospital where he was also listed in good condition.
Police investigation underway, no arrests made
Offices said it is unclear where the gunfire came from or what led to the shooting.
Community reacts to the incident
One neighbor WGN News spoke with said it’s unsettling for something like this to happen in a neighborhood he considers relatively safe.
“This neighborhood I always considered to be relatively safe and you don’t expect this to happen normally,” a neighbor said.
School principal’s statement
Goudy Principal Bill Yeh confirmed in a statement that the school was briefly placed on lockdown following the shooting, adding that no students were involved in the incident.
Safety is always my top priority, which is why I am writing to notify you of a situation that occurred earlier today. This afternoon, after the school day had ended, we received a report that shots had been fired near our school building. In response, we placed our school on lockdown. The Chicago Police Department responded to our school and gave us the all-clear to lift the lockdown later in the afternoon once it was safe to do so. The CPS Office of Safety and Security was also notified. All of our students and staff members are safe. Please know that we take situations like this very seriously to ensure the safety of our school community. Some members of our community may have witnessed this situation. If your child has voiced any fears or concerns to you about this matter, please let us know so we can provide them with social-emotional support. We will continue striving to provide all students with a positive learning environment where they can reach their full potential. If you have any questions, please contact me directly.
How you can help
Anyone with information on the shooting is asked to contact CPD Area Three Detectives at 312-744-8263 or dial 911.
Those with information that could help authorities in their investigation can also leave a tip at CPDtip.com. Tips can be filed anonymously.
Conclusion
The shooting near William C Goudy Public School has left the community shaken, but thankfully, the injuries were not life-threatening. As the police investigation continues, it is essential for the community to come together to ensure the safety and well-being of all students and staff.
FAQs
* When did the shooting occur?
+ The shooting occurred just before 3:30 p.m.
* Where did the shooting occur?
+ The shooting occurred in the 5100 block of North Winthrop Avenue, near William C Goudy Public School.
* How many people were injured?
+ Two people, a 9-year-old girl and a 45-year-old man, were injured.
* What were the conditions of the victims?
+ The 9-year-old girl suffered a graze wound to her calf and was listed in good condition. The 45-year-old man was shot in the arm and was listed in good condition.
* Is the school safe?
+ Yes, the school is safe, and the lockdown has been lifted. The school is committed to providing a positive learning environment for all students.
