2 Shot After Argument at Chicago CTA Red Line Station

Incident occurred early Sunday morning at 79th Street station in Greater Grand Crossing neighborhood.

Published on Mar. 8, 2026

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Two men were shot after a verbal argument turned physical early Sunday morning at the 79th CTA Red Line station in Chicago's Greater Grand Crossing neighborhood, according to police. A 23-year-old man was shot in the buttocks and a 21-year-old man was shot in the chest. Both were taken to the hospital in critical condition.

Why it matters

Gun violence at CTA stations is a persistent issue in Chicago, raising concerns about public safety on the city's transit system. This incident comes amid broader efforts to improve security and reduce crime on the CTA.

The details

According to police, officers responded to the 79th Street Red Line station around 12:54 a.m. on Sunday. Three men are in custody with charges pending, and two firearms were recovered at the scene.

  • The incident occurred around 12:54 a.m. on Sunday, March 8, 2026.

The players

23-year-old man

Shot in the buttocks and taken to the hospital in critical condition.

21-year-old man

Shot in the chest and taken to the hospital in critical condition.

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What’s next

Police are continuing to investigate the incident and determine charges for the three men in custody.

The takeaway

This shooting highlights the ongoing challenges of maintaining safety and security on Chicago's public transit system, an issue that city leaders and transit officials have been working to address through increased patrols, surveillance, and other measures.