Fatal Shooting Shakes Chicago Loop High-Rise
Tragedy hit a busy Chicago high-rise in the Loop on Thursday night. Police arrested one man after a deadly shooting inside a downtown condo building.
Gunfire Erupts After Heated Argument
The drama unfolded at 7:38pm in the 10-100 block of East Monroe. Officers rushed to the scene following reports of a shooting. They found a man in a hallway suffering multiple gunshot wounds.
The victim was rushed to hospital in critical condition but later died. Police have not yet named him, waiting to inform his family.
Suspect in Custody as Investigation Continues
Authorities say the shooting followed a verbal spat that turned violent. During the altercation, the attacker brandished a gun and opened fire on the victim.
Chicago police swiftly tracked down and arrested a 45-year-old suspect, who remains in custody while formal charges are being prepared.
Detectives Dig Deeper Into Loop Shooting
Area Three detectives are probing the incident to piece together exactly what happened inside the high-rise. The case has left the local community reeling as details continue to emerge.