A burst of midday gunfire inside a South Side home left a 44-year-old man fighting for his life Friday, after he was shot in the head around noon and rushed to the University of Chicago Medical Center, Chicago police said. Officers were called to the 8700 block of South Kingston Avenue on reports of shots fired, and the victim was taken to the hospital in critical condition. Area South detectives are handling the case, and police said the investigation is active with no arrests reported.
What police say
According to FOX 32 Chicago, a suspect armed with a handgun approached the residence and fired multiple rounds into the home, hitting the 44-year-old victim in the head. The shooting happened at about noon, and investigators are canvassing the area, looking for witnesses and gathering evidence.
Kingston Avenue a familiar scene
The stretch of Kingston Avenue and nearby blocks on the South Side has seen several shootings in recent years, including a fatal attack reported last August, according to the Chicago Sun‑Times. That earlier reporting highlights the recurring violence that residents and officers continue to confront along the corridor.
Investigation and next steps
Police said no one was in custody and that Area South detectives are leading the probe, per FOX 32 Chicago. Authorities are urging anyone with information to contact investigators as they collect evidence and speak with potential witnesses.
