The Sudden Attack Near Lake Street (Image Credits: Cwbchicago.com)
Chicago’s West Loop – Authorities launched an investigation late Sunday after a 25-year-old man suffered a gunshot wound to the leg outside a bustling bar in the Fulton Market district.
The Sudden Attack Near Lake Street
Emergency calls flooded into dispatch around 10:40 p.m. on December 28, reporting shots fired near the intersection of Lake Street and Peoria Street. Responders arrived quickly to find the victim seated on the sidewalk, clutching his injured leg outside PB&J Pizza Beer & Jukebox. Paramedics provided immediate aid before transporting him to a nearby hospital, where medical staff stabilized his condition.
Police secured the scene amid the vibrant nightlife of the area, which draws crowds to its mix of restaurants and entertainment spots. Initial reports indicated a single shooter approached the man before opening fire and fleeing the vicinity. Detectives combed the area for shell casings and reviewed security footage from surrounding businesses to piece together the sequence of events.
Victim’s Status and Initial Response
The 25-year-old, whose identity authorities have not released, remained in fair condition following treatment for the non-life-threatening injury. He provided a brief description to officers at the hospital, though details about any prior interaction with the suspect remained unclear. Chicago police emphasized that the man cooperated fully, aiding the early stages of the probe…