Suspect with knife shot by Chicago police officer on Madison Street in Austin, CPD says
Share and Follow

CHICAGO (WLS) — A suspect wielding a knife was shot by Chicago police officers in the Austin neighborhood Wednesday night, police said.

The incident took place at about 11 p.m. in the 5200-block of West Madison Street.

ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watch

Police said officers found a man armed with a large knife who was advancing toward civilians while walking in the street.

Police said the officers gave the suspect multiple verbal commands to drop the weapon.

The suspect advanced toward officers, who used Tasers, which were ineffective, police said.

SEE ALSO: Off-duty Broadview officer shoots man with knife on South Side, Chicago police say

After the suspect continued toward the officers, an officer fired their gun and wounded the suspect, police said.

The suspect was then transported to a hospital in serious but good condition, police said.

The officers involved in the shooting will be placed on routine administrative duties for 30 days and the Civilian Office of Police Accountability is investigating.

The shooting comes as police are also investigate a separate shooting involving an off-duty suburban officer shooting a suspect on the South Side.

INTERACTIVE SAFETY TRACKER Track crime and safety in your neighborhood

Copyright © 2025 WLS-TV. All Rights Reserved.

Share and Follow
You May Also Like
Live updates: Shutdown meeting with Trump ends with GOP, Democrats pointing fingers

Live Coverage: Trump Meets with GOP and Democrats, Blame Game Follows

Democrats, Republicans and administration officials left a meeting at the White House…
What Taylor Swift at Selena Gomez's wedding that made her cry

Taylor Swift’s Heartfelt Surprise at Selena Gomez’s Wedding That Brought Tears to Her Eyes

Adorned in hand-draped satin, pop singer Selena Gomez said ‘I do’ to…
Police share new pictures of third suspect amid manhunt in congressional intern’s killing

Police share new pictures of third suspect amid manhunt in congressional intern’s killing

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Police in Washington, D.C.,…
He is rated as Britain's most unpopular leader ever. Can he turn it around?

Britain’s Least Popular Leader: Can He Rebound?

LONDON — He is the U.K.’s most unpopular leader on record —…
Waymo pulled over by police officer during DUI enforcement operation

Police Stop Waymo Vehicle During DUI Checkpoint

(KRON) — The San Bruno Police Department (SBPD) was patrolling city streets…
Plastic surgeons weigh in on Brittany Mahomes' changing look

Plastic Surgeons Discuss Changes in Brittany Mahomes’ Appearance

Though her husband, Patrick Mahomes, is celebrated as a three-time Super Bowl…
What Scheffler's dad told abusive Ryder Cup fan as tempers boiler over

What Scheffler’s Dad Said to an Abusive Ryder Cup Fan When Tempers Flared

Early on Friday morning, just after sunrise, Scottie Scheffler’s and Russell Henley’s…
'Sanctuary' cops refuse to help with Illinois protesters: Feds

Rising Tensions in Chicago as Trump Increases Federal Forces

CHICAGO () Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker slammed President Donald Trump as federal…