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A domestic argument turned into a shooting on Chicago’s Near North Side this weekend.
Chicago Police have officially charged a 27-year-old woman in connection with the violence.
The suspect is identified as Eboni Evans.
Police arrested Evans shortly after the incident occurred on Saturday afternoon.
She now faces one felony count of aggravated battery with the discharge of a firearm.
The shooting happened in the 100 block of West Maple Street.
Investigators say the incident began as a domestic-related dispute.
During the argument, Evans allegedly pulled a gun and fired.
A 40-year-old man was struck by a bullet in his foot.
Officers arrived on the scene and quickly identified Evans as the primary suspect.
She was taken into custody less than an hour after the shooting took place.
The victim’s current condition has not been fully disclosed, though the injury is not believed to be life-threatening.
Evans was scheduled to appear for a detention hearing on Sunday morning.
Authorities have not yet released information regarding the motive or the specific relationship between the two individuals.
Recent History
The Near North Side has seen a noticeable uptick in domestic-related police calls over the last year.
This specific area of the 18th District is usually known for high-end retail and residential high-rises.
However, West Maple Street has been the site of several police investigations in recent months.
Just blocks away, residents have expressed growing concerns over late-night noise and street-level disputes.
In late 2025, a similar domestic incident nearby resulted in a non-fatal stabbing, highlighting a trend of interpersonal violence in the neighborhood.
Local community leaders are now calling for increased domestic violence resources in the downtown area.
The Chicago Police Department continues to monitor the Near North Side for spikes in violent crime.
As of now, no further details about the firearm used in the Evans case have been provided.
