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Chicago police shoot armed suspect following domestic violence call in Gresham

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January 24, 2026

Chicago, IL – A man was shot and seriously injured Friday night after allegedly firing at Chicago police officers responding to a domestic disturbance in the city’s Gresham neighborhood, authorities said.

According to the Chicago Police Department, at approximately 7:49 p.m. on January 23, uniformed officers from the 6th District responded to a report of a domestic dispute involving a man armed with both a gun and a knife in the 7900 block of South Ingleside Avenue.

As officers arrived, police say the armed suspect tried to flee and fired his weapon toward them. Two officers returned fire, striking the man several times. Officers immediately provided medical aid before paramedics transported him to the University of Chicago Hospital, where he remains in serious condition and under police custody. A firearm was recovered at the scene.

Before police arrived, investigators say the suspect shot a 23-year-old woman at the same address, hitting her twice in the right arm. She was also taken to the University of Chicago Hospital, where she is listed in good condition.

Both officers were taken to a nearby hospital for observation and are in good condition, according to police.

The Civilian Office of Police Accountability (COPA) is leading the use-of-force investigation, with full cooperation from the Chicago Police Department. Officials say both officers involved will be placed on routine administrative duty for at least 30 days while the investigation continues.

Authorities have not yet released the identity of the suspect. Anyone with additional information is encouraged to contact the Civilian Office of Police Accountability at (312) 746-3609.

Key Points: Chicago police shoot armed suspect following domestic violence call – Chicago

  • Police responded to a domestic disturbance involving a man armed with a gun and knife in the 7900 block of South Ingleside.
  • The suspect allegedly fired at officers before being shot and wounded; a 23-year-old woman was also shot before police arrived.
  • COPA is investigating the shooting, and both officers have been placed on administrative duty pending review.
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