A tragic incident occurred near the University of Illinois Chicago campus early Wednesday morning, as a man was shot and killed by a group of gunmen. The University of Illinois Chicago police officers responded to the scene and briefly pursued the suspects as they fled in a black Infiniti SUV. The pursuit was terminated as the getaway car entered the Eisenhower Expressway.
The Chicago Police Department reported that the victim, who has not yet been identified, was walking in the 1000 block of West 14th Street when five gunmen approached him and opened fire, striking him multiple times. The officers discovered over 30 shell casings at the scene, indicating a significant amount of gunfire.
After the shooting, the gunmen quickly returned to their vehicle and attempted to escape. The UIC patrol officers spotted the suspects as they fled east on 16th Street, then north on Halsted Street before entering the expressway. The victim, believed to be around 20 years old, tragically lost his life in this senseless act of violence.
The authorities are currently working to identify the victim and apprehend the suspects responsible for this heinous crime. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the ongoing challenges of gun violence in Chicago and the importance of public safety measures in our communities.
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