A 15-year-old boy was found dead from a gunshot wound to the head on Wednesday evening in the Greater Grand Crossing neighborhood on Chicago’s South Side. Police were alerted to the situation by a gunshot detection system around 5:41 p.m. in the 7100 block of South King Drive.
Upon arriving at the scene, officers discovered the teenager and immediately transported him to Comer Children’s Hospital. Despite their efforts, the young victim was pronounced dead shortly after arrival. At the time of the report, his identity had not been released.
Authorities have taken a person of interest into custody, but details regarding the individual’s involvement remain unclear. Area detectives are continuing their investigation to uncover more information about the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
This tragic incident underscores ongoing concerns about violence in Chicago. Recently, community leaders have reaffirmed their dedication to violence prevention programs, with $100 million raised to support these initiatives. These efforts aim to reduce the frequency of such heartbreaking events and provide safer environments for residents, especially the youth.
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Further information about the case is currently unavailable, as detectives work to piece together what happened. The community and the family of the victim await answers, hoping for justice and measures to prevent future tragedies.
