Crime & Safety

17-Year-Old Girl Shot In Both Legs While Walking On Chicago's South Side

Police said the 17-year-old girl was hit in both legs and was taken to the University of Chicago Hospital. She was listed in good condition.

(CBS Chicago)

July 16, 2025 / 7:16 AM CDT

Police are searching for the man who shot a 17-year-old girl in Chicago's Grand Crossing neighborhood on Tuesday night.

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Around 8:50 p.m., Chicago police said the teen was walking outside in the 7900 block of South Dobson Avenue when a man fired multiple shots in her direction and left the scene.

Police said the 17-year-old girl was hit in both legs and was taken to the University of Chicago Hospital. She was listed in good condition.

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