Gunfight Outside Garfield Ridge Business Leaves One Dead, Two Wounded
Incident Details
A man was fatally shot and a man employed by a nearby business was wounded during a gunfight Friday night in Garfield Ridge.
Argument Escalates into Gunfire
Two men, ages 27 and 31, approached the employee outside the business in the 7000 block of West Archer Avenue when an argument broke out and there was an exchange of gunfire about 8 p.m., Chicago police said.
Victims’ Conditions
The 27-year-old suffered multiple gunshot wounds and was taken to Loyola Medical Center in Maywood, where he was pronounced dead, police said. The employee, 28, who has a concealed carry license, was shot in the torso. He was listed in critical condition at the same hospital, police said. The 31-year-old was shot in the leg and was in fair condition at the same hospital, police said.
Investigation Ongoing
Area 1 detectives are investigating the incident.
Local Official Responds
In a statement on Facebook, Ald. Marty Quinn (13th) said a local neighborhood watch group had alerted him to a change of ownership at the business, which he accused of violating the ward’s liquor license moratorium. He also said business license inspectors were in the business when the shooting took place.
Quinn’s Response
“I immediately reported the business to the Chicago Police Department and business license inspectors to be investigated for violating the liquor license moratorium,” Quinn wrote. “I’m currently working closely with the zoning administrator to change the zoning and permanently shut this business down.”
Community Action
Quinn said he would be encouraging residents to sign a petition to close the business at the Garfield Ridge Neighborhood Watch meeting on Tuesday.
Conclusion
The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of community vigilance and cooperation with law enforcement. It is unclear what sparked the argument that led to the gunfire, but it is clear that the consequences were severe.
FAQs
What was the location of the shooting?
The shooting occurred outside a business in the 7000 block of West Archer Avenue in Garfield Ridge.
How many people were involved in the shooting?
Three people were involved in the shooting: the 27-year-old victim, the 28-year-old employee, and the 31-year-old who was also shot.
What is the status of the investigation?
Area 1 detectives are investigating the incident.
