Shooting in Bridgeport alley leaves 2 critically wounded

Police investigating after two 40-year-old men were shot in Chicago neighborhood

Mar. 3, 2026 at 4:23am

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Two 40-year-old men were shot in an alley in Chicago's Bridgeport neighborhood on Saturday afternoon. Police say an unknown person approached the men in the alley, pulled out a gun, and opened fire, critically injuring both victims. The men were taken to a local hospital in critical condition, and 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 incident highlights the ongoing public safety concerns in certain neighborhoods and the need for continued efforts to address the root causes of gun crime.

The details

According to police, the shooting occurred around 2:42 p.m. on Saturday in the 300 block of West 29th Street in the Bridgeport neighborhood. An unknown person approached the two 40-year-old men who were standing in the alley, pulled out a gun, and opened fire. One man was shot in the back, while the other was hit multiple times across his body. Both victims were taken to Stroger Hospital in critical condition.

  • The shooting occurred around 2:42 p.m. on Saturday, February 28, 2026.

The players

Chicago Police Department

The local law enforcement agency investigating the shooting incident.

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What’s next

No one is in custody, and Area One Detectives are continuing their investigation into the shooting.

The takeaway

This incident underscores the ongoing challenges Chicago faces in addressing gun violence and the need for comprehensive strategies to improve public safety in the city's neighborhoods.