Gunman on Scooter Shoots 2 Teens in West Town
Shooting Incident
Two teenage boys were shot Friday afternoon in the West Town neighborhood.
Details of the Incident
The teens, ages 16 and 17, were walking about 1:10 p.m. in the 1100 block of North Noble Street when someone on an electric scooter approached them, pulled out a gun and fired multiple shots, Chicago police said.
Injuries Sustained
The younger boy was shot in his calf, and the other boy was shot twice in his foot, police said. They were taken to Stroger Hospital in good condition.
Suspect Fled the Scene
The gunman fled on the scooter, police said. Area 3 detectives are investigating.
Investigation Ongoing
The police are working to identify the suspect and determine a motive for the shooting. The public is urged to come forward with any information that may aid in the investigation.
Community Concerns
The shooting has raised concerns in the community about gun violence and the need for increased police presence in the area. Residents are calling for more to be done to prevent such incidents from occurring in the future.
Conclusion
The shooting of two teenage boys in West Town is a sobering reminder of the ongoing problem of gun violence in Chicago. The police are working hard to investigate the incident and bring the perpetrator to justice. The community is urged to come together to support the victims and their families, and to demand action to address the root causes of gun violence.
FAQs
What happened? Two teenage boys were shot by a gunman on an electric scooter in the West Town neighborhood.
How old were the victims? The victims were 16 and 17 years old.
Where did the shooting occur? The shooting occurred in the 1100 block of North Noble Street.
What happened to the victims? The victims were taken to Stroger Hospital in good condition.
What is being done to investigate the incident? Area 3 detectives are investigating the incident, and the police are urging the public to come forward with any information that may aid in the investigation.
