Tragedy Hits Summit: Argo Community High School Student Among 2 Fatally Shot

Double Homicide Rocks Small Town

SUMMIT, Ill. – A 16-year-old boy and a man were fatally shot in Summit Friday night, according to police.

Shooting Occurred near West Hanover Street and 73rd Avenue

Officers were called to the area around 10:22 p.m. for a report of a shooting. A 16-year-old boy was found with a possible gunshot wound and was taken to a local hospital where he was pronounced dead the following day. Officers also found a 34-year-old man sitting in a car with apparent gunshot wounds just north of where the teenager was found. He was also pronounced dead at a nearby hospital.

Victims Identified

The teenager was identified by the Cook County Medical Examiner’s Office as Jaydin Bahena, an 11th-grade student at Argo Community High School. The other victim has not yet been identified.

Argo Community High School Mourns Loss of Student

Bahena was an 11th-grade student at Argo Community High School, according to the school’s principal, Brandon Cotter. In a statement, Cotter described Bahena as having a “kind heart, vibrant personality, and the positive impact he had on everyone around him.” Teachers and classmates have shared their condolences and memories of Bahena on social media, highlighting the devastating impact of his loss.

“Jaydin was caught in the wrong place at the wrong time and was an unnecessary victim of violence,”

Cotter said in a statement. The school is offering counseling services to students and staff affected by the tragedy.

Police Investigate Double Homicide

Summit police and the South Suburban Major Crimes Task Force are investigating the incidents. No further information has been released about the circumstances surrounding the shooting or potential suspects.

Conclusion

The senseless loss of two lives in Summit is a tragic reminder of the devastating impact of gun violence. As a community, we must come together to support the families of the victims and work towards a safer, more peaceful future.

FAQs

* What happened in Summit?
The 16-year-old boy and 34-year-old man were fatally shot in Summit, Illinois, on Friday night.
* Who were the victims?
The 16-year-old boy was identified as Jaydin Bahena, an 11th-grade student at Argo Community High School. The 34-year-old man has not yet been identified.
* What is the current investigation like?
Summit police and the South Suburban Major Crimes Task Force are investigating the incidents, but no further information has been released about the circumstances surrounding the shooting or potential suspects.