Man seriously hurt in CTA stabbing on South Side, Chicago police say

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Sunday, January 11, 2026
Man seriously hurt in CTA stabbing on South Side, Chicago police say

CHICAGO (WLS) -- A man was seriously hurt in a CTA stabbing on the South Side early Sunday, Chicago police said.

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The crime happened at about 2:51 a.m. near the CTA Red Line 69th Station, police said.

A 34-year-old man got into an argument with an unknown suspect, police said.

The suspect then stabbed the victim in the chest.

The victim was taken to U of C Hospital in serious condition, according to police.

Nobody is in custody.

Chicago police are investigating.

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