A Tuesday evening drive turned fatal in the Calumet Heights neighborhood.
Chicago police responded to reports of gunfire and a car crash just before 8 p.m.
The incident occurred in the 8800-block of South Paxton Avenue.
A 49-year-old man was behind the wheel when the violence started.
An unknown shooter opened fire on the vehicle.
The victim suffered two gunshot wounds to the head.
Despite his injuries, the man attempted to flee the area.
He lost control of the car and crashed a short distance away.
First responders rushed the victim to the University of Chicago Medical Center.
He arrived at the hospital in critical condition.
Doctors later pronounced the man dead.
Area Two detectives are now leading the homicide investigation.
No suspects are currently in custody.
Police have not released a description of the shooter or a motive for the attack.
Recent History
Calumet Heights has seen a concerning trend of vehicle-related violence in recent months.
The 8800-block of South Paxton is a residential area that usually remains quiet in the evening.
However, South Side residents have expressed growing fears regarding “drive-by” style attacks.
Last month, a similar shooting occurred only a few blocks away, involving a person in a parked car.
Community leaders continue to call for increased patrols in the 4th District to deter late-night gunfire.
This latest homicide adds to the mounting pressure on local authorities to address South Side safety.
Area Two detectives are asking anyone with information to come forward.
Witnesses can submit anonymous tips to the CPD online portal.
The investigation into the identity of the shooter remains active.
