A Sunday night argument on the 200 block of North Leclaire Avenue in Chicago's Austin neighborhood ended in gunfire, leaving a 44-year-old man shot in the right thigh, authorities said. First responders treated him at the scene before taking him to Mount Sinai Hospital, where he was reported in good condition. Police said the shooter, a man the victim knew, fired multiple rounds and then took off. No arrests have been announced as detectives continue their investigation.
What police say
Officers were called to the block just before 10 p.m. after reports of a person shot, according to FOX 32 Chicago. Chicago police told reporters the victim had been arguing with someone he knew when the other man pulled out a gun and opened fire before running away. Fire department paramedics treated the victim at the scene, then transported him to Mount Sinai, where he was listed in good condition.
Leclaire Avenue's recent history
This is not the first time violence has hit the 200 block of North Leclaire. The stretch has seen other shootings in recent years, including fatal incidents detailed by the Chicago Sun-Times. Local reporting has chronicled multiple violent episodes along Leclaire Avenue, underscoring ongoing public-safety problems in parts of Austin.
Investigation ongoing
Police have not announced any arrests or released further details about a motive, according to FOX 32 Chicago. Area Four detectives are leading the investigation and are asking anyone with information or video from the area to contact Chicago police. The department has not provided a detailed suspect description beyond saying the gunman fled the scene.
