Teen Shot in Loop Brawl: Latest in Chicago’s Surging Violence

Here’s a numbered summary of key events and developments in Chicago over the past 12 hours.

This roundup prioritizes incidents reported between approximately 7:00 AM CDT and 7:00 PM CDT, emphasizing crime, public safety, and related news.

1. Citywide Commercial Burglary Surge: Chicago police issued a warning about a spike in break-ins targeting small businesses from the South Loop to Norwood Park. Detectives have connected 35 incidents to four distinct burglary patterns, with overnight hits affecting dozens of locations.
2. Shooting and Sexual Assault on Southwest Side: At 84th and Spaulding, a reported sexual assault escalated when the victim’s husband intervened, resulting in the offender being shot. Emergency services responded promptly.
3. Domestic Shooting in North Center: A man was fatally shot during a domestic altercation on the 2800 block of North Leavitt. The suspect is in custody with two weapons recovered; this marks the fourth shooting on that block since 2020.
4. Teen Shot Outside Loop McDonald’s: A 14-year-old boy was shot in the leg amid a fight involving a group of students outside a fast-food restaurant on Adams and Wells. The incident stemmed from teens fighting, turning violent.
5. Two Bodies Found in Idling SUV in Bridgeport: Police discovered two deceased individuals inside a vehicle blocking the intersection at 31st and Princeton. The SUV had been idling for about 20 minutes, as reported by nearby diners; body removal was ordered.
6. Gunshot Victim in Englewood: A 24-year-old woman was shot in the right leg at 7111 South Calumet, possibly by her boyfriend. She was found lying outside; no immediate arrest reported.
7. Self-Inflicted Shooting in Garfield Ridge: An 18-year-old Hispanic male suffered a self-inflicted gunshot wound to the head at 5131 South Lamon during a domestic incident. A weapon and shell casings were recovered at the scene.
8. Pedestrian Struck in South Shore: Emergency services responded to 79th and Kenwood for a pedestrian hit by a vehicle. No further details on injuries or suspects.
9. Multiple Shots Fired Reports Across City: Scanner reports included shots fired at locations like 6333 South Morgan (6 rounds), 66th and Oakley (5+ rounds), 50th and Leavitt (10 rounds), 79th and Dobson (15 rounds), Leland and Keeler, 108th and Avenue E (two people shot from a white truck), and others. Some led to injuries or fatalities.
10. Street Takeover Disruptions: Videos captured chaotic street takeovers involving cars performing stunts, antagonizing police, and disturbing neighborhoods. Participants risked public safety and annoyed residents.
11. No Kings Protest Preparations and Commentary: Activists and commentators discussed the ongoing “No Kings” protests downtown, with some criticizing it as taxpayer-funded block parties. Related activity included sign-holding on overpasses and critiques of political figures.
12. Additional Crime Recap Highlights: Broader reports noted a child shot and killed at 88th and Marquette, a dead body in a vacant lot at Pulaski and Flournoy, a road rage macing at 14th and Ashland, a neighbor shot in the leg at 105th and Union, and various assaults, fights, and gunfire incidents citywide.
13. Police Honors for Rape Suspect Capture: Four CPD officers were recognized for quickly apprehending a Nicaraguan migrant accused of a brutal attack and rape in Belmont Cragin.
14. CTA Passenger Attacks in the Loop: Police are seeking eight suspects, dubbed “mean girls,” for assaulting and robbing passengers on CTA trains downtown.

This roundup reflects a mix of violent crimes, public disturbances, and police responses, highlighting ongoing safety concerns in the city.