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Chicago Experiences Two Separate Overnight Shootings
The city of Chicago experienced two shootings in the early hours of Monday.
1. Austin Neighborhood – Traffic Stop Escalates
* Around 12:40 AM, police initiated a traffic stop in the 4700 block of West Fifth Avenue (Austin neighborhood).
* During the stop, officers observed a gun on the driver’s lap.
* An exchange of gunfire occured, with one officer discharging their weapon.
* No one was hit by gunfire.The suspect was detained and treated for minor injuries from broken glass. The weapon was recovered.
* Both officers involved were hospitalized for observation and have been placed on administrative duty for 30 days.
* Investigations are underway by the Chicago Police and the Civilian Office of Police Accountability.
2. Medical District – Woman Seriously wounded
* At approximately 5:24 AM, a 23-year-old woman was shot while inside a jeep parked near Rush University Medical Center (Medical District).
* A dark-colored vehicle pulled up and fired multiple shots at the woman.
* She sustained multiple gunshot wounds and was transported to Stroger Hospital in critical condition.
* The shooting happened near busy hospital facilities, causing concern amongst people working and visiting the area.
Community Reaction
* Witnesses and community members expressed fear and concern about the shootings, especially the one in the Medical District given its proximity to hospitals.
* Students and workers in the area voiced their anxieties about safety.
Additional Notes:
* The article includes links to related Univision Chicago stories about other shootings and how to report community news.
* It also promotes the Univision chicago WhatsApp channel for news updates.
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