Crime & Safety

Man Shot, Crashes Into Car In South Austin

The victim was transported to Stroger Hospital in critical condition.

By CBS Chicago Staff:

CHICAGO (CBS) – A man is critically wounded after being shot while driving in the South Austin neighborhood Friday morning.

Around 10:28 a.m., the victim, 29, was driving in the 5200 block of West Chicago when an unknown offender began shooting. The victim was struck in the arm and shoulder before hitting a parked car, according to police.

Find out what's happening in Chicagofor free with the latest updates from Patch.

The victim was transported to Stroger Hospital in critical condition.

No other injuries were reported.

Find out what's happening in Chicagofor free with the latest updates from Patch.

No one is in custody. Area Four detectives are investigating.

Read more at CBS Chicago