Possible robbery suspect shot, seriously injured by CPD in Roseland: police

CHICAGO (WLS) -- A Chicago police officer shot a possible robbery suspect Thursday afternoon on the South Side, CPD said.

Officers responded to the 100-block of West 111th Place in Roseland about 1:45 p.m. to stop a male suspect in connection to a pattern of robberies, police said.

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The suspect fled on foot, and officers saw he had a gun, police said.

They told him to drop the weapon, but he did not, police said.

An officer then shot him in the leg.

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Police rendered aid, and the suspect was taken to a local hospital in serious condition.

CFD said the person shot is a man.

CFD also said he was initially in good condition.

Two officers were also taken to an area hospital for observation.

Two guns were recovered on the scene, police said.

Chopper 7 was over the scene about 2:30 p.m.

There is a large police presence in the area.

Some roads appear to be closed.

The officers involved will be placed on routine administrative duties for a minimum of 30 days.

The Chicago Civilian Office of Police Accountability is investigating.

Anyone with information is asked to call 312-746-3609 or visit chicagocopa.org.

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