Teen on Scooter Shot and Wounded in Chicago Neighborhood

Incident occurred in Back of the Yards area on Saturday night.

Apr. 12, 2026 at 2:25pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of a spent shell casing on a dark, gritty concrete surface, conceptually illustrating the aftermath of a shooting incident.A recent spate of gun violence in Chicago's Back of the Yards neighborhood has residents on edge and seeking solutions.Chicago Today

An 18-year-old man was shot while riding a scooter in Chicago's Back of the Yards neighborhood on Saturday evening. The victim was taken to the hospital in fair condition after being shot by an unknown person in a group he passed on the street.

Why it matters

Gun violence and shootings remain a major concern in many Chicago neighborhoods, with the Back of the Yards area historically experiencing higher rates of crime and violence compared to other parts of the city.

The details

According to police, the 18-year-old victim was riding a scooter on Wood Street near 44th Street around 9:09 pm on Saturday when he passed a group of people. The group shouted something at the victim, and one person in the group then pulled out a gun and shot the teen.

  • The incident occurred around 9:09 pm on Saturday, April 11, 2026.

The players

Chicago Police Department

The local law enforcement agency investigating the shooting incident.

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What’s next

Wentworth Area detectives are continuing to investigate the shooting and search for the suspect.

The takeaway

This latest incident of gun violence in Chicago's Back of the Yards neighborhood underscores the ongoing challenges the city faces in addressing crime and keeping residents safe, particularly for young people in the community.