Passenger Injured after Gunman Opens Fire on Rideshare Driver’s Car along I-94
Shooting Occurs in Northbound Lanes of I-94 near 53rd Street
According to Illinois State Police, a shooting unfolded just before 1 a.m. in the northbound lanes of I-94 near 53rd Street, resulting in a rideshare passenger being hospitalized with injuries.
Rideshare Driver Reports Shots Fired at Vehicle
Troopers said that after arriving on the scene, a rideshare driver told them that someone had fired shots at his vehicle while he was driving with a passenger. The passenger suffered injuries in the shooting and was transported to the hospital, but authorities have not provided an update on their condition.
Road Reopens after Investigation
Because of the shooting, troopers shut down the northbound lanes of I-94 near 53rd Street at around 1:48 a.m. The road reopened by 5:13 a.m.
Investigation Ongoing, No Arrests Made
Currently, it is unclear what led to the shooting, and authorities said no arrests have been made. An investigation by ISP troopers is now underway to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Seeking Tips from the Public
Those with information that could help troopers in their investigation can email tips to ISP.CRIMETIPS@illinois.gov or dial 217-782-1320.
FAQs
* What happened in the shooting?
+ A rideshare passenger was injured after a gunman opened fire on the driver’s car in the northbound lanes of I-94 near 53rd Street.
* What is the condition of the injured passenger?
+ The passenger’s condition is unknown at this time, as authorities have not provided an update.
* What is being done to investigate the shooting?
+ An investigation by ISP troopers is underway, and authorities are seeking tips from the public to help determine the circumstances surrounding the incident.
* Has anyone been arrested in connection with the shooting?
+ No, no arrests have been made in connection with the shooting.
