18-Year-Old Shot, Critically Injured Inside Moving Vehicle in Ashburn

Chicago police say the victim was transported to the hospital in critical condition.

Mar. 28, 2026 at 11:50am

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An 18-year-old man was shot inside a moving vehicle in the Ashburn neighborhood of Chicago's Southwest Side early Saturday morning. Police said the shooting happened around 4:15 a.m. in the 8300 block of South Kedzie Avenue. As the victim's vehicle was moving, another car passed by and someone inside opened fire, striking the 18-year-old in the body. The victim was transported to Christ Hospital in critical condition.

Why it matters

Gun violence continues to be a major issue in Chicago, with incidents of shootings inside moving vehicles being particularly concerning for public safety. This latest incident in the Ashburn neighborhood highlights the ongoing challenges the city faces in addressing gun crime.

The details

According to police, the 18-year-old victim was inside a moving vehicle when another car passed by and someone inside opened fire, striking him in the body. The shooting occurred around 4:15 a.m. in the 8300 block of South Kedzie Avenue in the Ashburn neighborhood.

  • The shooting happened just before 4:15 a.m. on Saturday, March 28, 2026.

The players

Chicago Police Department

The local law enforcement agency investigating the shooting incident.

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What’s next

Area detectives are continuing to investigate the shooting and are working to gather more information about the incident and the suspects involved.

The takeaway

This latest shooting in Chicago underscores the ongoing challenge of gun violence in the city and the need for continued efforts to address the root causes and improve public safety for all residents.