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Gunfire incident on Chicago's West Side leaves two severely hurt: a male and a female victim

Critical condition victims transported to Mt. Sinai Hospital, as reported by police.

Gunfire incident on Chicago's West Side leaves male and female in critical condition
Gunfire incident on Chicago's West Side leaves male and female in critical condition

Gunfire incident on Chicago's West Side leaves two severely hurt: a male and a female victim

A shooting incident took place in Chicago's Lawndale neighborhood on Tuesday night, leaving two individuals in critical condition.

The shooting occurred around 10:30 p.m. in the 2500 Block of South Keeler. The area is covered by the 8th and 9th Chicago Police Districts, with commanders Bryan Spreyne and Joseph Mark respectively. However, the name of the police detective investigating the incident has not been explicitly provided in the available search results.

The shooter, who exited a black Jeep, targeted two people who were standing outside. A 47-year-old woman was shot in the back, while a 23-year-old man was shot in the stomach and wrist. Both victims were promptly taken to Mt. Sinai Hospital for treatment.

At the time of writing, no arrests have been made in connection with the shooting. The investigation is ongoing, and further updates will be provided as information becomes available.

This incident serves as a reminder of the ongoing violence in certain parts of Chicago and the need for continued efforts to ensure the safety and well-being of its residents.

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