1 critically injured in Stevenson Expressway shooting near Pulaski, CFD says; inbound lanes closed

CHICAGO (WLS) -- Chicago fire officials said one person was critically injured in a shooting on the Stevenson Expressway Wednesday evening near Pulaski Road. Lanes are closed for the investigation.

The Chicago Office of Emergency Management and Communications tweeted out the lane closures just after 6:30 p.m.

Illinois State Police said they responded to the area for a report of shots fired. State police said one victim was taken to an area hospital with injuries. Chicago Fire Department officials said an adult was shot and taken to Mt. Sinai Hospital in critical condition.

Chopper 7 was over the scene, where a white car crashed into a pole was visible.

Traffic is being diverted off the expressway at Pulaski. Drivers should seek an alternate route.

No further information was available, state police said.