Person shot near McDonald's in Back of the Yards, Chicago police say

ByABC7 Chicago Digital Team WLS logo
Wednesday, February 25, 2026
Person shot near McDonald's on South Side: CPD

CHICAGO (WLS) -- A person was shot near a McDonald's restaurant Wednesday on the city's South Side.

The shooting happened around 4:23 p.m. in the 4200 block of South Ashland Avenue in the Back of the Yards neighborhood, Chicago police said.

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Chopper 7 was over the scene, where police could be seen investigation near the McDonald's restaurant at the location.

A 23-year-old man was shot at the location by an unknown offender, police said. He was taken to a hospital, where he was stable.

No further information was available as Chicago police continue to investigate.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates.

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