Man stabbed, seriously injured during argument in the Loop; suspect in custody: police

ByABC7 Chicago Digital Team WLS logo
Friday, May 15, 2026 11:52AM
Man seriously hurt in downtown stabbing; 1 in custody: CPD

CHICAGO (WLS) -- A suspect accused of stabbing and seriously injuring a man in the Loop on Thursday night is in custody, Chicago police said.

Police said the attack happened near State and Randolph streets around 9:15 p.m.

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A 25-year-old man approached a group of males outside and began arguing with them, police said.

Police said a 36-year-old man took out a sharp object and stabbed the 25-year-old in the back.

The victim was transported to Northwestern Hospital in serious condition.

Police took the 36-year-old into custody, and charges are pending.

Area Three detectives are investigating. Police did not immediately provide further information.

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