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Morton Grove Homeowner Shot After Confronting Car Burglars

Investigators ask the public to report leads on two men who fled in a dark-colored sedan.

Overview

  • Police say the shooting happened around 2:44 a.m. in the 7300 block of Palma Lane during an attempted vehicle break-in.
  • The resident was battered and shot in the leg, and officers applied a tourniquet before he was transported to a local hospital in stable condition.
  • Witnesses reported the suspects left the area in a dark-colored sedan after the confrontation.
  • Morton Grove police are investigating and ask anyone with information to call 847-470-5200.
  • Authorities shared suspect and vehicle details with neighboring agencies, and they have not determined any link to a similar Jan. 7 incident on Reba Street.