Shots Fired at Little Village Prayer Vigil: 1 Dead, 6 Wounded
Incident Overview
On Saturday night, a prayer vigil in Little Village turned into a scene of violence when shots were fired into a crowd of people gathered on the front lawn of a home in the 2500 block of South Spaulding Avenue.
Shooting Details
According to police, the shooting occurred shortly after 10 p.m. when someone got out of a Jeep and fired shots into the crowd. Froylan Garcia, 32, was shot multiple times and pronounced dead at Mount Sinai Hospital.
Victims
In addition to Garcia, six others were shot and taken to Mount Sinai Hospital, where they were listed in fair condition. The victims include:
* A 31-year-old man shot in the right thigh
* A 51-year-old man shot in the buttocks
* A 35-year-old man who suffered a graze wound to the top of the head
* A 39-year-old man shot in the left leg and right hand
* A 48-year-old man shot in the leg
* A man estimated to be in his 30s also shot in the leg
Investigation
Police are investigating the shooting and have left flyers in the area asking residents to come forward with any information. No one is currently in custody.
Community Response
On Sunday morning, a memorial made up of candles and bottles of beer was left for the victims near the scene. Neighbors were reluctant to speak to reporters, but police continued to canvass the area, knocking on doors and seeking information.
Conclusion
The shooting at the Little Village prayer vigil is a tragic reminder of the violence that can occur in our communities. Our thoughts are with the families and loved ones of the victims, and we hope that those responsible are brought to justice.
FAQs
* Who was killed in the shooting?
Froylan Garcia, 32
* How many people were shot?
7
* What is the condition of the other victims?
Fair
* Is anyone in custody?
No
* What is the motive behind the shooting?
Under investigation
