CHICAGO, IL – A heavy police presence flooded Chicago’s North Side on Monday evening following an officer-involved shooting that left two civilians hospitalized.
Emergency Response In Uptown
The shooting occurred in the 1400 block of West Argyle Street, near North Glenwood Avenue, in the city’s Uptown neighborhood. Chicago’s Civilian Office of Police Accountability (COPA) confirmed their response to the scene at around 9:30 p.m.
A spokesperson for the Chicago Fire Department confirmed that emergency crews transported two wounded civilians to local hospitals. The exact medical conditions of the individuals have not yet been released.
Investigation Details Scarce
As of late Monday night, the Chicago Police Department had not provided official details regarding what led up to the gunfire or whether any officers sustained injuries during the encounter.
COPA investigators remained on the scene for several hours collecting evidence and interviewing witnesses to determine the sequence of events.
Community Appeal
The investigation remains active and ongoing. Independent oversight officials are urging anyone who may have witnessed the incident, or who possesses relevant video footage, to come forward.
- Contact Agency: Civilian Office of Police Accountability (COPA)
- Phone Number: 312-746-3609
