A 13-year-old boy became the latest victim of gun violence in Chicago's Garfield Park neighborhood after he was shot while simply walking on a sidewalk.
The shooting occurred late Sunday evening, around 9:55 p.m., as the young teen made his way down the 600 block of S Francisco Avenue. Details provided by law enforcement to the Chicago Tribune indicate that a white sedan pulled up to the boy, shots rang out, and despite his attempt to flee, a bullet found his right shoulder.
Following the harrowing incident, the wounded youth was transported to Stroger Hospital. Medical officials have stated that the boy is in good condition. This piece of information comes from a report by CBS News Chicago, which also mentioned that no arrests have yet been made in this case.
Chicago police are actively investigating the shooting, seeking to identify any suspects involved in the attack that left a part of the community raw with shock. The frequency of gunfire and the tears of the city are grim reminders, of the work that remains to ensure the streets are safe for its youngest residents. Investigators are canvassing the neighborhood and are calling for witnesses to come forward with any information, that might lead to an arrest and closure for the boy's family and the community at large.
The public is urged to contact the Chicago Police Department with any details that may assist in their ongoing investigation. The case stands as yet another stark example of the senseless gun violence that plagues, not just Chicago, but cities across the nation.
