2 Men Shot, Wounded on Chicago CTA Red Line Platform

Shooting erupted after quarrel on 79th Street platform along Dan Ryan Expressway

Published on Mar. 8, 2026

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Two men were hospitalized early Sunday morning after a quarrel on the 79th Street CTA Red Line platform in Chicago turned into a shootout. A 21-year-old man was shot once in the chest, while a 23-year-old man was shot in the buttocks. Both were taken to the University of Chicago Medical Center in serious condition. Three men were taken into custody, and two guns were recovered at the scene.

Why it matters

Gun violence on public transit is a major concern for Chicago residents, as the city continues to grapple with high rates of shootings and homicides. This incident highlights the need for improved safety measures and de-escalation training for CTA employees to prevent such outbreaks of violence.

The details

According to police, the shooting occurred at 12:54 a.m. on the 79th Street CTA Red Line platform along the Dan Ryan Expressway. The altercation began as a quarrel between the two injured men and three other individuals, before escalating into an exchange of gunfire.

  • The shooting happened at 12:54 a.m. on Sunday, March 8, 2026.

The players

21-year-old man

Shot once in the chest during the incident.

23-year-old man

Shot in the buttocks during the incident.

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What’s next

Police are continuing to investigate the incident and determine what charges, if any, will be filed against the three individuals taken into custody.

The takeaway

This shooting underscores the ongoing challenges Chicago faces in ensuring the safety of its public transit system and reducing gun violence in the city. Improved security measures and de-escalation training for CTA employees could help prevent such incidents in the future.