A teen riding a scooter was shot Sunday in Chicago's Back of the Yards neighborhood, according to Chicago police, turning an ordinary ride on the South Side into yet another unresolved shooting case. Officers responded to the scene, and detectives launched an investigation, but officials had not released details on the teen's condition or identified any suspects as of Sunday.
Police: Teen Struck While On Scooter
Chicago police said they were investigating the incident involving a teen on a scooter, according to CBS News Chicago. The outlet shared a brief video that shows officers and detectives canvassing a South Side block, talking with people in the area, and searching for any clues that might point to who opened fire. No arrests were reported in the station's coverage.
Back Of The Yards Has Seen Repeated Shootings
The shooting adds to a troubling pattern of gun violence in Back of the Yards, which has seen multiple similar incidents in recent years. The Chicago Sun-Times reported on a May 2021 case where a 17-year-old was wounded in the neighborhood. Violence-prevention organizations and outreach workers continue to monitor and respond to these incidents, including groups listed on the Institute for Nonviolence Chicago press page.
Next Steps In The Probe
Detectives are expected to review any available surveillance footage or cellphone video and interview witnesses as they work to piece together what led up to the shooting. Authorities have not shared a timeline for when more details might be released. This story will be updated if police provide additional information or announce any arrests.
