A 14-year-old boy in Chicago was left fighting for his life following a shooting in the city's Englewood neighborhood, according to authorities. The Chicago Police Department reports the incident occurred shortly before 11:30 a.m. Saturday on the 6300 block of South Stewart Avenue, as confirmed by the Chicago Tribune.
The young victim, whose identity has not been disclosed, was approached by an unidentified male assailant who drew a gun, and, opened fire, striking the boy in the upper chest. He was subsequently rushed to Comer Children's Hospital in critical condition, ABC7 Chicago reported.
As the neighborhood reels from yet another act of violence, detectives from Area One are investigating the shooting. However, as of now, no arrests have been made in connection with the incident.
Details about the shooter remain sparse, with police only describing the suspect as male. The search for the gunman continues, with authorities pleading for anyone with information to come forward and assist in their investigation. This latest shooting underscores the persistent challenges of gun violence in Chicago's communities, challenges that not just the law enforcement, but the entire city must reckon with.
