4 seriously injured, including boy, 11, in West Garfield Park shooting: Chicago police

Fireplace officers stated emergency crews responded to a scene close to Kostner Avenue and Monroe Avenue about 8:30 p.m.

CPD stated about quarter-hour earlier, at 8:15 p.m., the 4 victims had been close to the road within the 4100-block of West Monrose Avenue after they had been approached by an unknown automobile. Somebody contained in the automotive opened fireplace at them, placing all 4.

Police stated the 11-year-old boy was struck within the thigh and brought to Stroger Hospital. A 31-year-old lady was struck within the arm and brought to Rush College Medical Heart. A 33-year-old man was struck within the again and brought to Stroger Hospital. And a 48-year-old man was additionally struck within the again and brought to Stroger Hospital.

All 4 had been initially reported to be in severe situation, police stated.

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“Completely satisfied birthday” balloons may very well be seen close to the scene after the capturing.

Pastor Donovan Value spoke with the boy’s household.

“Mother was shaken up after all, however she’s just a little relieved that he’s doing properly, properly sufficient for her to go, you understand, and she or he’ll be again, after all, which makes you are feeling good that this one turned out alright,” he stated. “However the reality is it is nonetheless a child shot, and the repercussions of such are at all times tragic.”

Nobody is presently in custody. An investigation by Chicago police is ongoing.

This newest capturing comes as Mayor Lori Lightfoot prepares to fulfill with New York Metropolis Mayor Eric Adams to debate violent crime.

Thus far this 12 months, 47 youngsters have been shot, 13 fatally, in Chicago.