Sunday night turned violent in Chicago's Washington Heights neighborhood when two 18-year-olds were shot while simply standing outside, according to police. Officers responding to reports of gunfire around 8:21 p.m. found the pair on the 5000 block of South Washington. Investigators said the man had been shot in the left thigh and the woman in the abdomen. Both were taken to nearby hospitals, and Area One detectives are now handling the case.
Police details
FOX 32 Chicago reported that the male victim was transported to Provident Hospital, where he was listed in good condition. The female victim was taken to the University of Chicago Hospital in serious condition. Police said no arrests had been made as of Sunday night, and Area One Detectives are leading the investigation. According to the outlet, the Chicago Police Department provided the initial incident details.
How to help investigators
The Chicago Police Department asks anyone with information to contact Area One Detectives at (312) 747-8380 or submit an anonymous tip at CPDTIP.com. Investigators often urge witnesses to share any video or photos that might help the case. For emergencies, callers are instructed to dial 911.
South Side context
Washington Heights is located on Chicago's Far South Side and has experienced both deadly and nonfatal shootings in recent years, including a fatal attack covered by the Chicago Sun-Times. Residents and community organizations have continued to call for more policing and additional resources, while investigators emphasize that tips from the public can be critical in solving such cases. Area One detectives have not yet released any suspect descriptions or other updates related to Sunday night's shooting.
