Man killed in overnight South Side shooting

Police say victim had multiple gunshot wounds and was pronounced dead at the hospital

Published on Feb. 16, 2026

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A man was fatally shot on the South Side of Chicago around 11:20 p.m. on Sunday. Officers on patrol heard gunfire, responded to the scene, and found the man lying unresponsive with multiple gunshot wounds. He was rushed to the University of Chicago Medical Center, where he was later pronounced dead. No suspects have been identified and no one is in custody. Area One Detectives are investigating the incident.

Why it matters

Gun violence remains a major issue in Chicago, with the city seeing a high number of shootings and homicides in recent years. This latest incident highlights the ongoing challenges the city faces in addressing public safety concerns in certain neighborhoods.

The details

According to police, the shooting occurred on the 600 block of West 61st Place in the Englewood neighborhood. Officers applied a tourniquet and performed lifesaving actions before the victim was transported to the hospital, but he was later pronounced dead.

  • The shooting happened around 11:20 p.m. on Sunday, February 16, 2026.

The players

Area One Detectives

The police unit investigating the fatal shooting incident.

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The takeaway

This tragic incident underscores the need for continued efforts to address gun violence and improve public safety in Chicago's most vulnerable communities.