Boy, 16, Shot While Inside Home by Outside Gunfire: CPD
Incident Details
A 16-year-old boy was shot while inside a home on the city’s West Side in a terrifying incident that has left the community shaken.
Shooting Occurs in Austin Neighborhood
The shooting occurred around 10:40 p.m. on Wednesday on the 600 block of North Lorel Avenue in the Austin neighborhood. Police were quickly dispatched to the scene in response to a call about a shooting.
Teen Found with Gunshot Wound
Upon arrival, police found the 16-year-old boy with a gunshot wound to the hip inside a residence. Initial investigation revealed that gunfire had come through a window from outside, striking the boy.
Boy Transported to Stroger Hospital
The injured teenager was transported to Stroger Hospital, where he was listed in fair condition. No one has been arrested in connection with the shooting, and the investigation is ongoing.
Area Four Detectives Investigating
Area Four Detectives are leading the investigation into the shooting. As the search for justice continues, the community remains on high alert, seeking answers about the senseless violence that has claimed another young life.
Conclusion
The shooting of a 16-year-old boy in a Chicago home is a sobering reminder of the devastating impact of gun violence in our communities. As the investigation continues, we urge anyone with information to come forward and assist the authorities in bringing the perpetrators to justice.
FAQs
What is the condition of the 16-year-old boy?
The 16-year-old boy was listed in fair condition after being transported to Stroger Hospital.
Has anyone been arrested in connection with the shooting?
No one has been arrested in connection with the shooting.
Who is investigating the shooting?
Area Four Detectives are leading the investigation into the shooting.
Where did the shooting occur?
The shooting occurred on the 600 block of North Lorel Avenue in the Austin neighborhood on Chicago’s West Side.
