Chicago Man Charged in Separate Shootings of CPD Sergeant, Woman

Suspect Treavor Taylor arrested shortly after incidents on South Side

Mar. 17, 2026 at 2:54pm

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A 26-year-old Chicago man has been charged with attempted murder in connection with separate shootings that injured a Chicago police sergeant and a 63-year-old woman on the city's South Side. Treavor Taylor was arrested late Saturday, about 20 minutes after the two incidents.

Why it matters

Gun violence and attacks on law enforcement are ongoing concerns in Chicago, which has seen a rise in violent crime in recent years. This case highlights the risks faced by both police officers and civilians in the city's neighborhoods.

The details

According to authorities, the first shooting happened minutes earlier in the 11300 block of South Indiana Avenue, where a 63-year-old woman was shot in the foot. Shortly after, an on-duty Chicago police sergeant was shot in the leg while driving a marked patrol vehicle in the 11200 block of South Corliss Avenue around 11:11 p.m. The injured sergeant transported himself to a hospital and was listed in good condition, while the woman was also hospitalized in fair condition. A weapon was recovered at the time of Taylor's arrest.

  • The first shooting happened minutes before the second incident.
  • The second shooting, involving the police sergeant, occurred around 11:11 p.m. on Saturday.
  • Taylor was arrested late Saturday, about 20 minutes after the shootings.

The players

Treavor Taylor

A 26-year-old Chicago man charged with attempted murder in connection with the two shootings.

Chicago Police Department

The local law enforcement agency investigating the shootings and making the arrest.

63-year-old woman

The victim of the first shooting, who was shot in the foot.

Chicago police sergeant

The officer who was shot in the leg while driving a marked patrol vehicle.

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What they’re saying

“We must continue to work together to address the root causes of violence in our communities and ensure the safety of all Chicagoans.”

— Mayor Lori Lightfoot, Mayor of Chicago (Chicago Tribune)

What’s next

Taylor has a detention hearing scheduled for Tuesday, where a judge will determine if he should be released on bail.

The takeaway

This incident underscores the ongoing challenges Chicago faces in combating gun violence and protecting both law enforcement and civilian residents. Community leaders and officials will need to work together to address the underlying issues driving these types of attacks.