Crime & Safety

Southwest Side Tattoo Artist Says He Was Nearly Killed In Stabbing

Shred's Inferno Custom Tattoos, 4304 W. 63rd St., is normally bustling with clients. A tattoo machine is always buzzing.

(CBS Chicago)

August 4, 2023

CHICAGO (CBS) -- A well-known tattoo artist was forced to close his shop temporarily after he says he nearly died in front of it.

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He was stabbed this past Saturday while working in the West Lawn neighborhood. On Thursday night, he opened up to CBS 2's Marybel González.

Shred's Inferno Custom Tattoos, 4304 W. 63rd St., is normally bustling with clients. A tattoo machine is always buzzing.

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