Shooting and Crash in Austin Neighborhood
18-Year-Old Victim Shot in Head and Neck, Crashes into Several Vehicles
CHICAGO — An 18-year-old man was shot in the head and neck by armed robbers, then crashed into several vehicles after driving off late Saturday night in the Austin neighborhood on the city’s West Side, according to police.
Details of the Incident
Police say the victim was sitting in a parked car in the 100 block of North Waller Avenue just after 10 p.m. when two offenders demanded his property at gunpoint and began shooting.
The Aftermath
The victim sped off and struck several vehicles before coming to a stop at the end of the block.
Injuries and Hospitalization
He was taken by the Chicago Fire Department to an area hospital in critical condition with gunshot wounds to the head and neck, police say.
Nobody is in custody, and Area Four detectives are investigating.
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Conclusion
The shooting and subsequent crash in the Austin neighborhood highlight the ongoing issue of violent crime in Chicago. As the investigation continues, police are working to identify the suspects and bring them to justice. The victim is receiving medical treatment and is in critical condition.
FAQs
* When did the incident occur? The incident occurred late Saturday night, just after 10 p.m.
* Where did the incident occur? The incident occurred in the 100 block of North Waller Avenue in the Austin neighborhood on the city’s West Side.
* What happened during the incident? The victim was shot in the head and neck by armed robbers, then crashed into several vehicles after driving off.
* What is the condition of the victim? The victim is in critical condition with gunshot wounds to the head and neck.
* Is anyone in custody? No, nobody is in custody, and the investigation is ongoing.
