A late-night fight inside a Bronzeville home turned bloody early Thursday when three people were slashed, and a suspect was taken into custody, according to Chicago police. The victims, two men and a woman, were all taken to nearby hospitals and were listed in good condition. The disturbance unfolded on the first block of East 37th Street around 2:45 a.m.
Police said that around 2:45 a.m., a 28-year-old man suffered a laceration to the abdomen and was transported to Insight Hospital & Medical Center. A woman in the home was treated for a cut to the head, and a 29-year-old man sustained minor injuries and was taken to the University of Chicago Medical Center. During the struggle, the attacker allegedly pulled out a sharp object, and he was later taken to Provident Hospital of Cook County with facial injuries. These details were reported by CBS Chicago.
Recent Violence in Bronzeville
The early-morning slashing is the latest in a string of violent incidents in Bronzeville, which has seen both shootings and stabbings in recent weeks. On March 7, a drive-by shooting left a 13-year-old girl critically injured, according to NBC Chicago. The Chicago Sun-Times also documented a November shooting that left one teenager dead. Together, the cases have highlighted ongoing safety concerns on the South Side.
Investigation Ongoing
Chicago police have not released the suspect's name or indicated whether any charges have been filed. Detectives from the department's area squad are investigating what led up to the fight. Authorities have not shared additional details about the circumstances of the altercation and have asked anyone with information to contact investigators. The initial account of the incident was provided by CBS Chicago.
This story will be updated as police release more information. Residents with tips can reach out to Chicago police or submit information through local tip lines.
