3-year-old boy shot during armed robbery in Little Italy, suspect on the run: police
A 3-year-old boy is hospitalized after being shot during a robbery in Little Italy and the suspect is on the run, police said.
What we know
Chicago police were called at 4:50 p.m. Saturday to the 1000 block of W. 14th Street for reports of an armed robbery and a person shot.
A 20-year-old man was in a parking lot when he was approached by an armed suspect.
Police said the suspect pulled a gun and demanded the man’s property. Moments later, the suspect fired shots into the air, striking a 3-year-old boy inside a nearby apartment.
The child, who sustained a gunshot wound to his left ear, was transported to Stroger Hospital and is in fair condition.
The 20-year-old was uninjured and no arrests have been made. The investigation is ongoing.
What we don’t know
Chicago police haven’t released any further details on the suspect or the incident at this time.
We’ll bring more updates to this story as they become available.
Conclusion
The incident has left the community in shock, with many expressing concern for the safety of its residents. The investigation is ongoing, and police are working to apprehend the suspect and bring them to justice. In the meantime, the community is coming together to support the young victim and his family.
FAQs
* When did the incident occur? The incident occurred at 4:50 p.m. on Saturday.
* Where did the incident occur? The incident occurred in the 1000 block of W. 14th Street in Little Italy.
* How old is the 3-year-old boy who was shot? The 3-year-old boy is 3 years old.
* What is the condition of the 3-year-old boy? The 3-year-old boy is in fair condition, having sustained a gunshot wound to his left ear.
* Has an arrest been made? No, no arrests have been made, and the suspect is still on the run.
