Man shot at north suburban hotel, Wheeling police say

Thursday, November 6, 2025
WHEELING, Ill. (WLS) -- Police said a man was found with a gunshot wound at a Suites hotel in Wheeling on Thursday.



The incident began at about 11:36 a.m. when police responded to reports of a man with a gun at the MainStay Suites hotel in the 8000-block Capitol Drive.

When officer arrived, they said a man was found in the lobby with a "non-life-threatening gunshot wound.

The man was taken to an area hospital. At last check his condition was stabilized.



A firearm was recovered at the scene.

Police said they are not searching for any suspects.

Out of an abundance of caution, police said nearby schools were placed on a "secure" status while officers investigated.

No other information was available.
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