URGENT UPDATE: A 74-year-old man is in critical condition after being shot during an argument in the Little Village neighborhood of Chicago this afternoon. The incident occurred just before 4:15 p.m. on the 3000-block of South Trumbull Avenue, according to Chicago Police.
Details remain scarce, but authorities report that the victim was engaged in a dispute with another individual when the argument escalated, leading to gunfire. The man sustained a gunshot wound to the chest and was rushed to Mt. Sinai Hospital for emergency treatment.
As of now, no suspects are in custody, and Area Four detectives are actively investigating the scene. Police have not released further details regarding the circumstances of the shooting or the identity of the shooter.
This violent incident raises serious concerns about safety in the community, prompting local residents and officials to call for heightened awareness and preventive measures. The emotional impact on the victim’s family and the surrounding neighborhood is profound as they grapple with the aftermath of this tragic event.
Authorities continue to seek information from the public to aid in their investigation. Anyone with knowledge of the incident is urged to contact the Chicago Police Department.
Stay tuned for updates as this story develops.
