Chicago police are investigating a deadly shooting that claimed a man’s life late Sunday night in the Englewood neighborhood.
The violence broke out around 11:19 p.m. in the 600-block of West 61st Place.
Officers were patrolling the nearby area when they heard several rounds of gunfire.
They immediately responded to the source of the noise.
Upon arrival, police discovered a man suffering from multiple gunshot wounds.
The victim was found unresponsive on the ground.
Emergency responders rushed the man to the University of Chicago Medical Center.
Doctors worked to save him, but he was later pronounced dead.
The Cook County Medical Examiner’s Office has not yet released the victim’s identity.
No suspects are currently in custody for the killing.
Area One detectives are leading the investigation into the shooting.
Recent History
This deadly incident marks another violent night for the Englewood community.
The 600-block of West 61st Place has seen a surge in police activity over the last year.
Englewood remains one of the most heavily patrolled areas by the Chicago Police Department due to ongoing gun violence.
Just last month, a similar shooting occurred only blocks away, leaving two others wounded.
Community leaders have repeatedly called for increased resources to combat the cycle of retaliation in the neighborhood.
This specific stretch of West 61st Place is often cited by residents as a high-concern area for late-night safety.
The University of Chicago Medical Center continues to be the primary trauma destination for victims in this district.
Police have not stated if this shooting is related to any ongoing local disputes.
