Shortly before 12:15 a.m., officers responded to reports of a shooting in the 4800 block of South Hermitage Avenue. The unidentified man, believed to be about 35, was found and transported to UChicago Medicine in critical condition, the Chicago Tribune reports.
No arrests have been made as the search for suspects continues. Area One Detectives are leading the investigation into the shooting. No further details regarding potential motives or suspects have been released at this time.
While the man was later pronounced dead following the grievous injuries sustained, the Chicago Police Department is urging anyone with information to come forward, according to WGN-TV. This latest act of violence underscores the ongoing challenges the city faces in tackling gun violence.
