At Least 3 People Shot in Chicago's Back of the Yards Neighborhood

Police say the shooting occurred on Sunday evening near West 54th Street and South Laflin Street.

Apr. 13, 2026 at 2:05am

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An extreme close-up photograph of a single spent bullet casing on a dark, textured surface, lit by a harsh, direct camera flash, conceptually representing the aftermath of a shooting incident.A single spent bullet casing left behind after a shooting incident serves as a somber reminder of the gun violence that continues to plague certain Chicago neighborhoods.Chicago Today

A shooting in Chicago's Back of the Yards neighborhood left at least three people injured on Sunday evening. According to police, the incident occurred around 7:46 p.m. near West 54th Street and South Laflin Street, where three male victims were near a sidewalk when two people in an unknown vehicle opened fire on them.

Why it matters

Gun violence remains a persistent issue in certain Chicago neighborhoods, with the Back of the Yards area historically experiencing higher rates of shootings and other crimes. This latest incident highlights the ongoing challenges the city faces in addressing public safety concerns in these communities.

The details

Police said the three male victims were near a sidewalk in the 5400 block of South Laflin Street when two people in an unknown vehicle fired shots at them. No further details about the victims or the suspects were immediately available as the investigation continues.

  • The shooting occurred around 7:46 p.m. on Sunday, April 12, 2026.

The players

Chicago Police Department

The local law enforcement agency investigating the shooting incident.

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The takeaway

This latest shooting in Chicago's Back of the Yards neighborhood underscores the persistent challenge of gun violence in certain parts of the city, and the ongoing need for comprehensive strategies to improve public safety and address the root causes of crime.