Chicago — Early Thursday morning, police responded to a shooting in the 79th and Maryland area on the city’s South Side.
According to preliminary reports, a 21-year-old man was shot around 7:23 a.m. He suffered a graze wound to the arm and was transported to a local hospital, where he is listed in fair condition.
Details surrounding the incident remain limited at this time. It is not yet known whether the shooting was targeted or random, and no suspect information has been released. The Chicago Police
Department has not issued an official statement, and this report reflects information available as of publication.
This is a developing story. ChitownCrimechasers-CCC will update this post as more verified information becomes available.
If you have information about this incident, contact Chicago Police at 312-746-6000, or submit a tip anonymously through CPD’s Crime Stoppers line.
