Police say a 34-year-old man is in custody after allegedly firing a shot at Chicago officers responding to a shots-fired call on the South Side Tuesday night. The incident unfolded around 8:55 p.m. in the 8600 block of South Marquette Avenue in the South Chicago neighborhood. According to police, the man matched a suspect description, pulled out a gun, and fired one round before fleeing westbound into a nearby residence. He was taken into custody without incident, and no injuries were reported.
What Police Say Happened
According to FOX 32 Chicago, Chicago police officers were responding to reports of shots fired when they spotted a man who fit the description of a suspect. The man allegedly pointed a handgun at the responding officers and discharged a single round. Police told the outlet he then ran west and entered a nearby home, where officers arrested him without further incident.
Officer Safety Under Scrutiny Citywide
The arrest comes amid heightened scrutiny of officer safety after an April 25 hospital shooting at Endeavor Health Swedish Hospital that left one Chicago police officer dead and another critically wounded. That incident raised questions about hospital screening and transport protocols, according to CBS Chicago. City leaders and police officials have said they are reviewing procedures as investigations continue.
Investigation and Next Steps
Area Two detectives are leading the investigation, and police said charges were pending against the 34-year-old, per FOX 32 Chicago. Officials did not immediately release the man’s name or provide additional details about potential charges.
