15-Year-Old Shot in Chicago's South Deering

Victim in fair condition after early morning shooting incident

Published on Feb. 15, 2026

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A 15-year-old boy was shot in the face early Saturday morning in the South Deering neighborhood of Chicago. The victim was outside on the 10000 block of South Paxton Avenue when a vehicle drove by and someone inside opened fire, striking the boy in the left side of the face. The teen was transported to Comer Children's Hospital and is listed in fair condition.

Why it matters

Gun violence involving minors is an ongoing concern in Chicago, with the city experiencing high rates of youth-involved shootings in recent years. This incident highlights the need for continued efforts to address the root causes of gun crime and protect vulnerable young people in the community.

The details

According to police, the 15-year-old victim was outside on the 10000 block of South Paxton Avenue around 3:30 a.m. when a vehicle drove by and someone inside opened fire, striking the boy in the left side of the face. The teen was transported to Comer Children's Hospital and is listed in fair condition.

  • The shooting occurred around 3:30 a.m. on Saturday, February 14, 2026.

The players

Comer Children's Hospital

A pediatric hospital in Chicago that treated the 15-year-old victim.

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The takeaway

This incident underscores the ongoing challenges Chicago faces in addressing gun violence, particularly when it involves young victims. Community leaders and law enforcement will likely need to redouble efforts to identify and address the root causes of these shootings in order to protect vulnerable youth.