Youth Busted With Gun After Gang Call Near 41st And California

Chicago police arrested a juvenile on Friday after officers recovered a weapon while investigating a reported gang disturbance near 41st Street and California Avenue, according to the 9th District. The district said the youth was charged with aggravated unlawful use of a weapon and possession of a laser-sight attachment.

Officers made the arrest while canvassing the area

According to a post by the 009th District – Deering on X, officers responded to a report of a gang disturbance near 41st and California and, while touring the area on foot, took a juvenile into custody after recovering a weapon. The district’s brief update listed the charges in shorthand as “Agg UPW/pers/>21/2+” and noted possession of a laser-sight attachment; the post did not provide the youth’s name or any additional detail. X.

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