Bedford Park Walmart evacuated for reports of possible shots fired, police say

Tuesday, August 6, 2019
BEDFORD PARK, Ill. (WLS) -- The Bedford Park Walmart was evacuated Tuesday night after reports of possible shots fired in the area of the store, police said.

A spokesperson for Walmart confirmed the store in the 7000-block of South Cicero Avenue was evacuated as a precaution due to the possible gunfire in the area, not inside the store. Police have not confirmed whether any shots were fired in the area of the store.
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The spokesperson said the store closes at midnight and will not reopen Tuesday night. The Walmart will open at its normal time of 6 a.m. on Wednesday.

No injuries were reported.
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