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Concealed Carry Holder Injured in Shootout in Chicago's South Loop
9 Aug
Summary
- Shooting occurred around 2:30 a.m. on Saturday
- Victim, a 35-year-old man, was a concealed carry license holder
- Victim was hit in the shoulder and taken to the hospital in fair condition
On the early morning of Saturday, August 9th, 2025, a concealed carry license holder was injured in a shootout in Chicago's South Loop neighborhood. According to the police, the incident occurred around 2:30 a.m. in the 1300 block of South Wabash Avenue.
The victim, a 35-year-old man, was getting out of his vehicle when another vehicle with multiple suspects approached. Two suspects then exited the vehicle, pulled out guns, and opened fire on the victim. The victim, who was a concealed carry license holder, then pulled out his own gun and returned fire.
As a result of the exchange, the victim was hit in the shoulder. He was subsequently taken to Northwestern Hospital, where he was listed in fair condition.
The investigation into the incident is still ongoing, and the police are searching for the suspects involved. Authorities have not yet released any additional details about the suspects or a possible motive for the shooting.
