Chicago Police Officer Fires at Fleeing Vehicle After Traffic Stop
A person of interest is in custody following a police shooting incident in Old Town, with no reported injuries.
- Officers attempted a traffic stop in the 300 block of West Division Street after receiving a call about a person with a gun.
- The vehicle occupants attempted to flee, crashing into a police car, prompting an officer to fire at the vehicle.
- The vehicle was later found on West North Avenue, and a person of interest was taken into custody.
- No injuries were reported, although one officer was hospitalized for observation.
- The Civilian Office of Police Accountability is investigating, and involved officers are on a 30-day administrative leave.