Crime & Safety

15-Year-Old Shot While Walking On Chicago's South Side

The teen was hit in the thigh and taken to Stronger Hospital, where he is listed in serious condition, Chicago police said.

(CBS Chicago)

Updated on: June 25, 2025 / 7:33 AM CDT

A 15-year-old boy was shot while walking in Chicago's North Lawndale neighborhood on Tuesday night, Chicago police said.

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

Just before 11 p.m., the Chicago Police Department said the teen was walking on the sidewalk in the 3800 block of West Fillmore Street when an unknown man fired shots.

The teen was hit in the thigh and taken to Stronger Hospital, where he is listed in serious condition, Chicago police said.

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