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Chicago Shooting Leaves 7-Year-Old Dead and 7 Injured at Family Gathering

Published: 14 April 2024 at 08:35

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A shooting at a family gathering in Chicago's Back of the Yards neighborhood resulted in the death of a 7-year-old girl who was shot in the head, with seven other adults and children injured. Chicago police believe the incident was likely gang-related, with no suspects in custody. The victims, including three children and five adults, were standing outside during the shooting. Life-saving measures, such as tourniquets and chest seals, were applied on-site. Witnesses mentioned two shooters on foot. Investigation is ongoing.

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Mass shooting in Back of the Yards leaves 1 child dead, 7 other people injured, Chicago police say

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Chicago shooting kills 7-year-old girl and wounds 7 people including small children, police say

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