Chicago Chaos: Shootings and Robberies Dominate Last 12 Hours

Here’s a numbered roundup of notable incidents and developments in Chicago over the past 12 hours (approximately 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM GMT on October 13, 2025).

1. Carjacking Pursuit at 63rd/Red Line CTA Stop: Four suspects were taken into custody after fleeing a stolen maroon Ford Edge. They nearly struck a police vehicle during the chase.
2. Possible Self-Inflicted Shooting at Randolph/Carpenter: A male was reported shot in what may have been a suicide attempt. EMS responded to the scene.
3. Shooting at 6208 S Paulina: A 36-year-old male was shot in the abdomen and transported to the University of Chicago Medical Center in fair condition. A 10-year-old child called 911, reporting his father needed help. The scene included five shell casings and blood evidence.
4. Shots Fired Near Spaulding/Lexington: Six rounds were reported heard in the area.
5. Shots Fired at 7842 S East End: 16 rounds were reported fired.
6. Update on Shooting at 5140 S Hyde Park Blvd: A 35-year-old male was shot five times by a female suspect, identified as his ex-girlfriend, who was walking a dog. He was taken to UofC in fair condition. The offender was detained, and a weapon was recovered. Nearby schools, including Akiva-Schechter Jewish School, went on soft lockdown. Vehicles were struck by gunfire.
7. Fake Rideshare Robbery in Gold Coast: Two women posing as rideshare drivers robbed a tourist at gunpoint after luring him into their vehicle early Sunday.
8. Sentencing in Nurse Murder Case: Armando Lopez, free on felony bail at the time, received 25 years for the mistaken-identity drive-by killing of nurse Frank Aguilar. He’ll be eligible for release in 2044.
9. Red Line Robbery Arrest: A man who skipped court after allegedly attacking a CTA bus driver was arrested for robbing a Red Line passenger. Facial recognition technology aided identification.
10. Hate Crime Charges in Humboldt Park Shooting: A man faces attempted murder and hate crime charges after allegedly shooting his daughter and firing at her girlfriend over their same-sex relationship.
11. Concealed Carry Holder Shoots Car Thief in South Shore: A CCL holder shot a suspect who tried to run him over with his own stolen vehicle. The thief is in critical condition.
12. Multiple Shots Fired and Stabbings Reported Across City: Calls to CPD included shots fired at locations like 60th & Paulina (6 rounds), 85th & Muskegon, 78th & Cregier, Kedzie & Augusta, Monroe & Kildare, 74th & South Shore Dr, 27th & Hamlin, Ogden & Central Park, 52nd & Christina (20+ rounds), and 51st & Hyde Park. Stabbings reported at Kedzie & Lexington (chest and hip) and 79th & Vernon (during liquor store robbery attempt). A juvenile was shot at 59th & Halsted.
13. Man Awaiting Innocence Certificate Charged in Robbery: A man seeking a certificate of innocence for a 1999 murder conviction is accused of threatening to shoot a woman during an armed robbery.
14. Life Sentence for Store Clerk Murder: A seven-time felon received life in prison for killing a 66-year-old clerk during a West Rogers Park liquor store robbery.
15. Road Rage Shooting on Dan Ryan: A 64-year-old man was detained after firing at another driver’s car over being cut off.
16. Robbery of Off-Duty Sergeant: A man is accused of robbing a Chicago police sergeant during a Facebook Marketplace phone sale meetup.
17. Loop Puncher Attacks Detailed: Prosecutors outlined assaults tied to Derek Rucker, including new incidents on North Side Red Line trains.
18. Political Commentary on ICE and City Policies: Discussions included criticism of Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi over ICE access denial claims, calls to defund ICE, and debates on crime reduction tied to State’s Attorney changes rather than housing policies. Aldermen are reportedly organizing against deportations, with reports of pepper-spraying and arrests during ICE operations.
19. Veteran Disability and System Critique: Online discourse highlighted frustrations with VA disability claims, noting inconsistencies in approvals.
20. Mike Madigan Prison Reporting: Commentary noted former Illinois Speaker Mike Madigan reports to prison tomorrow, but over 150 connected individuals still influence state affairs.