Chicago Shooting Leaves One Dead Near 53rd Street

A shooting early Saturday morning in Chicago left one man dead and prompted an investigation by Illinois State Police. The incident occurred around 1 a.m. in the northbound lanes near 53rd Street.

According to authorities, the victim, a 30-year-old man, was on a sidewalk when an unidentified assailant opened fire, striking him in the chest and back. He was pronounced dead at the scene. No arrests have been made, and police have not released further details about potential suspects or motives.

This incident adds to a growing list of violent crimes in the city, which has seen a surge in shootings over the past year. Local residents expressed concern over the lack of safety in the area. “It’s getting worse every day,” said one neighbor, who asked to remain anonymous. “We need more police presence and community programs to address this violence.”

Illinois State Police are urging anyone with information to come forward. The investigation remains ongoing.