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Cicero Man Charged with Attempted Murder After Chicago Shooting Injures One

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Published on February 02, 2024
Cicero Man Charged with Attempted Murder After Chicago Shooting Injures OneSource: Facebook/Chicago Police Department

A man from Cicero has been charged with attempted murder after a shooting that left a 58-year-old man wounded and another unharmed, authorities said.

David Soto, 33, of the 1500 block of S. 61st Ct., is facing two counts of felony attempted first-degree murder. The alleged incident took place on January 31, 2024, in Chicago's 11th District. A detention hearing is set for Soto today at the Leighton Criminal Court Building at 2600 S. California.

According to a statement released by the Chicago Police Department, the arrest took place on February 1 in Maywood, following a late morning altercation the day prior. At approximately 10:14 a.m., it is alleged that Soto fired shots in the 4600 block of W. Harrison St., striking the older male victim.

The 36-year-old male, who has not been named, did not sustain any injuries. The Chicago Police Department has stated that Soto was taken into custody without incident and has been charged in accordance. However, they have noted that no additional information is currently available.

Details surrounding the motives for Soto's alleged actions are yet to be disclosed as the investigation continues.