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Introduction to the Incident

The alleged gunman who shot two teen boys, one fatally, said he was “defending” himself when he opened fire at them Thursday in Douglass Park on Chicago’s West Side.

Details of the Shooting

“Those two kids attacked me and followed me,” the gunman, 55 of Lake View, allegedly said to responding police officers, according to a police report. The two teens were at the park about 7 p.m. in the 1400 block of South Sacramento Drive when the alleged gunman approached them and fired shots, Chicago police said in a statement.

Condition of the Victims

The 15-year-old, who suffered a gunshot wound to his “lower right flank” was taken to Stroger Hospital where he was pronounced dead at 7:39 p.m., according to the report. The 14-year-old boy, shot in the neck, was also taken to Stroger, where he was in serious condition.

Response and Arrest

According to the report, when responding officers got to the scene they spotted a large crowd gathered by a basketball court. Several waved officers down, shouting “over there!” Officers found the alleged shooter, kneeling on the ground and they asked him if he was shot. He replied: “I’m not shot, I’m the lifeguard,” the report said. Officers found a gun next to his right knee and before he was arrested he allegedly told police he was defending himself.

Witness Account

A 33-year-old woman who was a witness told police she was standing next to the alleged gunman who was fixing his bike when a group including the two victims “began approaching” him, according to the report. The witness saw him reach into his bookbag, grab his gun and fire two rounds, hitting the two teens, the report said.

Investigation and Charges

No charges have been announced. Area 4 detectives are investigating. The alleged gunman claimed he had a license and was defending himself when he shot the two teens.

Conclusion

The incident has raised questions about self-defense laws and the use of firearms in public places. The investigation is ongoing, and the community is waiting for more information about the events leading up to the shooting.

FAQs

• Q: What happened in Douglass Park?
  • A: An alleged gunman shot two teen boys, one fatally, claiming he was defending himself.
• Q: What were the circumstances of the shooting?
  • A: The gunman claimed the two teens attacked and followed him, prompting him to open fire.
• Q: What is the condition of the victims?
  • A: One 15-year-old boy was pronounced dead, and a 14-year-old boy was in serious condition after being shot in the neck.
• Q: Has the alleged gunman been charged?
  • A: No charges have been announced as the investigation is ongoing.
• Q: Who is handling the investigation?
  • A: Area 4 detectives are investigating the incident.