Teen, 14, in Critical Condition After Chicago Shooting

Early Morning Horror on West Van Buren Street

A 14-year-old boy was shot early Saturday on the 2700 block of West Van Buren Street, Chicago. The shooting has left the local community stunned and grieving.

Police Respond to ShotSpotter Alert

Officers arrived just before 6 a.m. after responding to a ShotSpotter gunfire detection alert. They found the teenager suffering from two gunshot wounds to the head.

Rushed to Hospital, Now Fighting for Life

Emergency services rushed the boy to Stroger Hospital, where he remains in critical condition in intensive care. Medical staff are working round the clock to stabilise him.

No Arrests Yet – Police Appeal for Information

The police are hunting the shooter but have made no arrests so far. Authorities urge anyone with information to step forward and help crack the case.

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