18-Year-Old Boy Shot and Killed Inside Washington Park Residence on Christmas Eve

Tragic Incident Occurs in South Side Neighborhood

According to the Chicago Police Department, an 18-year-old boy was shot and killed inside a residence in the 5700 block of South Michigan Avenue on Tuesday afternoon.

Shooting Occurs Around 2:15 p.m.

The 18-year-old male victim was inside the residence when he was shot multiple times in the body. The shooting occurred around 2:15 p.m., according to CPD.

Victim Pronounced Dead at Scene

The 18-year-old boy was pronounced dead shortly after police arrived on scene.

No One in Police Custody, Investigation Ongoing

CPD said they have no one in police custody as area detectives continue to investigate the incident.

Anonymous Tips Can Help Police Make Arrest and Conviction

If you or someone you know has information that could help police make an arrest and conviction in the investigation of this incident, anonymous tips can be filed online at cpdtip.org.

Conclusion

The shooting death of the 18-year-old boy is a tragic reminder of the senseless violence that plagues our city. Our thoughts are with the victim’s family and loved ones during this difficult time. We urge anyone with information to come forward and help police bring those responsible to justice.

FAQs

What happened? An 18-year-old boy was shot and killed inside a residence in the 5700 block of South Michigan Avenue on Tuesday afternoon.

How old was the victim? The victim was 18 years old.

When did the shooting occur? The shooting occurred around 2:15 p.m. on Tuesday afternoon.

Is anyone in police custody? No, according to CPD, no one is in police custody as the investigation is ongoing.

How can I help police with their investigation? If you or someone you know has information that could help police make an arrest and conviction, you can file an anonymous tip online at cpdtip.org.