Incident Overview
A 13-year-old boy was seriously wounded in a shooting on a CTA Red Line train on Chicago’s South Side Wednesday night.
What We Know
Police said the shooting happened around 8:30 p.m. in the 200 block of West Garfield Boulevard.
When officers arrived, they found the boy with a gunshot wound to the buttocks.
The shooting occurred inside a CTA train car, according to CPD. No other injuries were reported.
The teen was taken to Comer Children’s Hospital and was listed in serious condition.
What We Don’t Know
It’s unclear what led up to the shooting, and police haven’t released a description of any suspects.
Service Disruption
Red Line service was running with "major delays" due to the shooting.
The CTA released the following statement:
Red Line trains are running with major delays and congestion, but not stopping at Garfield due to police activity.
As a result of the delay, shuttle buses will continue to provide connecting service from 47th/Dan Ryan to 63rd/Dan Ryan, in both directions.
At this time, also consider other service alternatives that may serve your trip, such as nearby bus routes, or using buses to other rail lines.
These may include:
See station personnel for further assistance, and pay attention to announcements on trains and at stations for service information.
We apologize for this inconvenience and appreciate your understanding.
For the latest service updates on the Red Line, follow this link.
Investigation
No arrests have been made, police said. Area One detectives are investigating.
The Source: The information in this article was provided by the Chicago Police Department.
Conclusion
The shooting of a 13-year-old boy on a CTA Red Line train is a disturbing incident that highlights the need for increased safety measures on public transportation. The Chicago Police Department is investigating the incident, and the community is left to wonder what led up to the shooting.
FAQs
Q: What happened to the 13-year-old boy?
A: The boy was seriously wounded in a shooting on a CTA Red Line train.
Q: Where did the shooting occur?
A: The shooting happened in the 200 block of West Garfield Boulevard on Chicago’s South Side.
Q: Is the boy okay?
A: The teen was taken to Comer Children’s Hospital and was listed in serious condition.
Q: Were there any other injuries?
A: No other injuries were reported.
Q: What is the status of the investigation?
A: No arrests have been made, and Area One detectives are investigating.
