Crime & Safety
Multiple People Shot At AutoZone In Dolton: Reports
Police said there were around six victims, according to reports.
DOLTON, IL — Dolton police confirmed that multiple people were shot after individuals in two vehicles opened fire outside an AutoZone store Wednesday morning, WBBM reported.
Police said there were around six victims, but did not say if anyone had been killed, according to WBBM, which also reported that the vehicles appeared to have been involved in a crash about a block from the auto parts store before winding up in the parking lot.
Heavy police presence was reported outside the store early Wednesday, with ambulances reportedly requested for multiple gunshot victims, as reported by NBC5.
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News chopper footage from ABC7 showed cars with shattered windows and bullet holes outside Auto Zone, 1110 Sibley Boulevard. Police evidence markers could also be seen.
Dolton police and fire were on the scene.
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