17-Year-Old Fatally Shot in South Side Drive-By Shooting
An Area Two investigation is under way following the Chatham shooting near 4 a.m., with police seeking tips to address Chicago’s persistent gun violence
Overview
- The shooting occurred around 4 a.m. Sunday in the 7600 block of South Prairie Avenue in the Chatham neighborhood.
- Witnesses reported a dark-colored sedan pulled up alongside the victim before one or more gunmen opened fire.
- The teenager suffered multiple shoulder wounds and died after being taken to the University of Chicago Medical Center.
- Area Two detectives are leading the investigation into the latest fatal drive-by shooting.
- No arrests have been made and officials are appealing to the community for tips.