Shots fired at Chicago police officers in Grand Crossing, authorities say

ByABC7 Chicago Digital Team WLS logo
Sunday, August 25, 2024
Shots fired at CPD officers on South Side: authorities
Shots were fired at Chicago Police Departments officers who were investigating Saturday on South Dante Avenue in Grand Crossing, authorities said.

CHICAGO (WLS) -- Shots were fired at Chicago police officers Sunday morning on the city's South Side.

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The shooting happened around 9:58 a.m. in the 7600 block South Dante Avenue in Grand Crossing, Chicago Police Department officials said.

Officers were conducting a follow-up location into another incident when at least one offender fired shots at them, authorities said. No one was injured in the shooting.

ABC7 spoke to Rev. Jeffrey Howell of the nearby St. Paul Lutheran Church. The pastor said the shots were fired as he arrived as morning service was starting.

The church was placed on lockdown as a precaution.

Pastor Howell said it's concerning to have shots fired so close to the church and the homes of neighbors.

No one was in custody. Chicago police detectives continue to investigate.

No further information was immediately available.

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