Chicago police sergeant shot on Far South Side, CPD says

CHICAGO (WLS) -- A Chicago police sergeant was shot on the city's Far South Side Saturday night, CPD said.

The shooting took place at about 11:11 pm. In the 11200-block of South Corliss Avenue.



Police said the sergeant was in a marked patrol car when the sergeant was struck in the leg by gunfire.

The sergeant was able to self-transport to the hospital, where they were listed in good condition, police said.



A suspect was taken into custody and a weapon was recovered, police said. Area detectives are investigating.

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