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Two Critically Wounded in Austin Shooting on Chicago’s West Side

Police on patrol reported a loud noise before finding the victims, with Area Four now leading the investigation.

Overview

  • Officers found the victims around 10:30 p.m. in the 500 block of North Central Avenue in the Austin neighborhood.
  • The 25-year-old man was shot in the chest and taken to Stroger Hospital in critical condition.
  • The 53-year-old woman was shot in the groin and taken to Mt. Sinai Hospital in critical condition.
  • No arrests have been announced, and Chicago police say Area Four detectives are investigating.
  • Authorities have not released details about the circumstances or a possible motive.