The man was on the sidewalk in the 300-block of East North Water Street just after 1 p.m., when someone shot him, police said.
The man was taken to Illinois Masonic Hospital in serious condition, CPD said.
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Police did not immediately provide any additional information about those involved or what led up to the shooting.
Area Three detectives are investigating.
This is a developing story; check back with ABC7 Chicago for updates.
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