Incident Overview
An investigation is underway on Thursday after two teens were injured in a shooting on the Southwest Side overnight.
According to police, officers were first notified about the shooting after the two victims, a 19-year-old man and a 17-year-old boy, arrived at a hospital with gunshot wounds.
Shooting Location and Details
Police said the teens later told officers that they suffered the wounds while walking in the 4200 block of South Fairfield Avenue in Brighton Park.
The teens said that as they were walking, they both heard a noise and felt pain, but police said additional details surrounding the incident are unclear, as the victims were uncooperative with the investigation.
Investigation and Victim Condition
They later took themselves to the hospital, where they were listed in fair condition.
Currently, it is unclear what led to the gunfire and an investigation is underway.
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Call for Information
Anyone with information on the shooting is asked to contact CPD Area One detectives at 312-747-8380 or dial 911.
Those with information that could help authorities in their investigation can also leave a tip at CPDtip.com. Tips can be filed anonymously.
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Conclusion
The shooting incident on the Southwest Side has left two teens injured and an investigation ongoing. The lack of cooperation from the victims has made it challenging for the authorities to determine the circumstances surrounding the shooting. The community is urged to come forward with any information that may aid in the investigation.
FAQs
Q: What is the condition of the victims?
A: The two teens, a 19-year-old man and a 17-year-old boy, are listed in fair condition at the hospital.
Q: Where did the shooting occur?
A: The shooting took place in the 4200 block of South Fairfield Avenue in Brighton Park.
Q: How can I provide information about the shooting?
A: You can contact CPD Area One detectives at 312-747-8380, dial 911, or leave a tip anonymously at CPDtip.com.
