CHICAGO, IL – A 15-year-old male was shot in the groin by an unidentified male offender on Sunday, leaving the community in shock. The incident occurred at around 7:59 p.m. on the 1900 block of W. 47th St., a residential area in the city. Witnesses reported seeing the offender fleeing the scene on foot immediately after the shooting.
The victim was quickly transported to Comer Children’s Hospital, where he was listed in fair condition. Area One Detectives have taken over the investigation and are actively seeking any information regarding the unidentified shooter.
No suspects are currently in custody, and the motive behind the shooting remains unclear.