Teen killed in Chicago shooting

17-year-old Sergio Agon Mejia shot in North Park neighborhood

Mar. 15, 2026 at 1:03pm

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A 17-year-old boy was shot and killed Saturday night in the North Park neighborhood on Chicago's Northwest Side. Sergio Agon Mejia was traveling in a vehicle when he was shot by someone in a red vehicle. He was pronounced dead at St. Francis Hospital in Evanston.

Why it matters

Gun violence continues to be a major issue in Chicago, with the city experiencing high rates of shootings and homicides, especially impacting young people in the community.

The details

According to police, the shooting occurred around 10:30 pm on Saturday in the 6100 block of North Kimball Avenue, near Glenlake Avenue. Mejia was shot once in the face and torso. No arrests have been made and the investigation is ongoing by Grand Central Area detectives.

  • The shooting occurred around 10:30 pm on Saturday, March 15, 2026.

The players

Sergio Agon Mejia

A 17-year-old boy who was shot and killed in the North Park neighborhood of Chicago.

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What’s next

Police are continuing to investigate the shooting and search for the suspect in the red vehicle.

The takeaway

This tragic incident highlights the ongoing challenge of gun violence in Chicago and the need for comprehensive solutions to protect young people in the community.