Suspect seriously injured after shootout with police in West Rogers Park: CPD

CHICAGO – A suspect is in critical condition after a shootout with Chicago police West Rogers Park neighborhood, authorities said.

The incident happened around 9:35 a.m. Saturday in the 2600 block of North Washtenaw Avenue.

A 39-year-old man was walking in the area when an armed suspect approached him from behind and fired several shots, striking him in the shoulder, CPD said.

Officers responded to the scene and around 9:55 a.m. the suspect re-emerged from an alley and began firing shots at police and first responders, CPD said. An ambulance was also hit by gunfire.

The suspect continued to fire at officers from various locations for about two and a half minutes, according to police. After arriving in the 6800 block of North Washtenaw Avenue, officers shot the suspect multiple times.

Officers assisted the suspect and recovered the gun that was used in the shootings.

The suspect was taken to St. Francis and is in critical condition. Authorities said the 39-year-old victim was treated at a hospital and has since been released.

No officer injuries were reported.

The officers involved in the shooting will be placed on routine administrative duties for at least 30 days as part of department protocol, according to CPD.

The Civilian Office of Police Accountability (COPA) is investigating and anyone with more information is asked to call COPA at 312-746-3609.

This is a developing story and we will bring more details as they become available.