A quiet Sunday on Chicago's Northwest Side turned violent when a 40-year-old man was shot multiple times inside his home, leaving him in critical condition, police said.
The shooting happened around 12:40 p.m. on the 3500 block of North Rutherford. The victim was taken to Loyola Hospital, where he was listed in critical condition. Officers recovered a firearm at the scene, and the investigation remains active, according to police.
According to FOX 32 Chicago, the Chicago Police Department provided the initial details to reporters and said Area Five detectives have been assigned to the case. The station reported that police shared the timeline and scene information with local media.
What Police Say
Police told FOX 32 Chicago the man “sustained multiple gunshot wounds to his body” before being transported to Loyola Hospital in critical condition. Officers recovered a firearm at the scene, the department said. Detectives remained on the block Sunday as the probe continued, and police did not immediately release further details.
Investigation and Context
The shooting adds to a string of North Side incidents even as citywide trends show fewer killings overall in recent months. As reported by WBEZ, Chicago recorded its fewest killings since 1965 in 2025, a drop officials link to expanded violence-intervention programs and changes in policing strategy.
Still, gun violence continues to touch neighborhoods across the city. Hoodline recently covered a Feb. 16 North Side incident in West Rogers Park, a car shooting that left two teens hurt but alive, underscoring how quickly everyday streets can turn into crime scenes.
Area Five detectives are investigating the Northwest Side case, and the department has not released information about any suspects. This story will be updated if authorities provide additional details.
