A 59-year-old man has died after being shot in the head on Chicago’s Far South Side Tuesday evening, prompting an investigation by city police.
The shooting occurred shortly after 6 p.m. in the 10500 block of South Eggleston Avenue in the Fernwood neighborhood, according to the Chicago Police Department.
Police said the man was struck in the head by gunfire from an unknown source. Emergency responders transported him to Christ Hospital, where he was later pronounced dead.
Authorities have not released the victim’s identity, and details about what led to the shooting remain unclear.
Detectives Investigate the Fatal Shooting
Area detectives are investigating the circumstances surrounding the man’s death. Investigators have not yet publicly identified a suspect or announced any arrests in connection with the case.
Key questions remain unanswered, including whether the shooting was targeted, if anyone witnessed the incident, and what may have happened immediately before the gunfire.
As the investigation continues, authorities may work to gather witness statements, review any available surveillance footage and examine physical evidence from the scene to determine how the shooting unfolded.
What We Know So Far
The shooting was reported Tuesday evening in the Fernwood neighborhood on Chicago’s Far South Side. The victim, a 59-year-old man, suffered a gunshot wound to the head and was taken to Christ Hospital, where he died.
Police have not released additional information about the circumstances of the shooting. The investigation remains ongoing, and further details may become available as detectives work to establish what happened.
Anyone with relevant information may contact Chicago police to assist investigators. No further details about possible suspects or a motive have been announced.
