Overview

• The 37-year-old victim was shot in the leg after handing over his belongings and attempting to flee an armed robbery just before 9 p.m. on the 3200 block of North Milwaukee Avenue.
• A male suspect armed with a handgun demanded the victim’s possessions before opening fire as the man ran away from the scene.
• Paramedics transported the wounded man to a nearby hospital where he remains in good condition and is expected to recover.
• No arrests have been made and Chicago Police Department Area Five Detectives have launched an active investigation into the incident.
• This shooting marks the latest in a broader uptick of armed robberies and shootings citywide, highlighting ongoing challenges in securing convictions and community safety.