Shots fired at Chicago police officers in Englewood, suspect arrested, officials say

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Sunday, March 29, 2026
Shots fired at CPD officers on South Side, suspect arrested: Officials

CHICAGO (WLS) -- Chicago police arrested a man who they say fired shots at officers Saturday on the city's South Side.

The shooting happened around 7:49 p.m. in the 6400 block of South Green Street in the Englewood neighborhood, CPD said.

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Police say officers were patrolling the area when they saw a man on a scooter hit a light pole and fall on the ground.

The man ran off as officers approached him, then turned and fired a gun in their direction, CPD officials said.

No one was hurt and the man was arrested. Charges are pending.

Chicago police continue to investigate.

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