A late-night argument in Marquette Park turned violent Sunday when a 39-year-old man was shot in the left leg on Chicago’s Southwest Side, authorities said.
The shooting happened around 10:43 p.m. in the 3000 block of West Redfield Drive. The man was taken to Advocate Christ Medical Center, where he was listed in good condition.
White sedan rolls up, argument escalates
According to Chicago police, a white sedan pulled up alongside the man, and a person got out of the car. Words were exchanged, the confrontation got physical, and the suspect fired a single shot that hit the victim in the left leg. The gunman then jumped back into the same vehicle and took off north on Sacramento Avenue. No arrests were immediately reported, according to FOX 32 Chicago.
Area One detectives on the case
Area One detectives are handling the investigation, per the Chicago Police Department. Investigators are asking anyone with information, video or tips to contact the Area One Detective Division at (312) 747-8380 or submit an anonymous tip at CPDTIP.com.
Marquette Park’s troubled recent track record
The shooting adds to a rough recent track record for Marquette Park, which has seen multiple incidents of gun violence in the last few years. In 2023, a deadly shooting near Redfield Drive was reported in the same park, according to CBS Chicago.
The investigation into Sunday’s shooting remains active. Detectives say they will release more information as leads develop. Anyone with details is urged to contact Area One detectives or call 911, per the Chicago Police Department.
