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- calendar_today October 31, 2026
Teen and Young Adult Injured in Early-Morning Shooting
On October 31, 2026, a 15-year-old boy and a 19-year-old man were critically wounded in a shooting that occurred in the Grand Boulevard neighborhood on Chicago's South Side. The incident took place just after midnight, around 12:25 a.m., in the 500 block of East 50th Place, according to the Chicago police.
Details of the Grand Boulevard Shooting
Authorities stated that both victims were together at the time they were shot. The 15-year-old sustained an abdominal gunshot wound and was transported in critical condition to Comer Children’s Hospital. The 19-year-old suffered a gunshot wound to the head and was taken to the University of Chicago Medical Center, also in critical condition.
Victims Taken to Area Hospitals
First responders quickly arrived at the scene after reports of the shooting. The medical teams at both Comer Children’s Hospital and the University of Chicago Medical Center are treating the victims for their critical injuries.
Ongoing Investigation by Area 1 Detectives
Chicago police have confirmed that Area 1 detectives are handling the investigation. No details about possible suspects or motives were released by authorities at the time of the report.
Context: Gun Violence on Chicago's South Side
This shooting comes amid ongoing concerns about gun violence and safety in several Chicago neighborhoods. Local law enforcement continues efforts to address incidents involving teens and young adults, with investigations ongoing in multiple cases, including this latest one in Grand Boulevard.
Source: chicago.suntimes.com.
