Man Shot in Neck While Inside Car in Lincoln Park

Chicago police investigating shooting incident that left victim in critical condition

Mar. 15, 2026 at 8:55pm

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A 40-year-old man was shot in the neck while inside a car around 12:31 p.m. Sunday in the 1600 block of W. Fullerton in Chicago's Lincoln Park neighborhood, according to the Chicago Police Department. The victim was transported to Stronger Hospital in critical condition, and Area Three Detectives are investigating the incident.

Why it matters

Gun violence remains a persistent issue in Chicago, with the city experiencing a high number of shootings in recent years. This incident in the typically safer Lincoln Park area highlights the ongoing challenges the city faces in addressing public safety concerns.

The details

According to police, the 40-year-old victim was traveling in a car in the 1600 block of W. Fullerton when he sustained a gunshot wound to his neck from an unknown suspect. The victim was then transported to Stronger Hospital in critical condition, and Area Three Detectives are investigating the shooting.

  • The incident occurred around 12:31 p.m. on Sunday, March 15, 2026.

The players

Chicago Police Department

The local law enforcement agency investigating the shooting incident.

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The takeaway

This shooting in the typically safe Lincoln Park neighborhood underscores the ongoing challenges Chicago faces in addressing gun violence and ensuring public safety across all communities.