Morgan Park, Chicago shooting: 1 charged after CPD officer shot in vest, 2 others wounded in exchange of gunfire
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A man is facing charges following an incident where he allegedly fired at a police officer in Chicago’s Morgan Park neighborhood early Sunday morning.

The shooting took place around 1:22 a.m. along the 11400 block of South Davol Avenue, according to local authorities.

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Upon arrival, officers encountered a group involved in a conflict, including two men aged 35 and 18, as reported by the police.

As officers attempted to de-escalate the situation, a firearm discharged from one of the men, hitting both another individual and an officer’s protective vest.

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In response, another officer fired back, unintentionally injuring the suspect and the victim, according to statements from the Chicago Police Department.

The 18-year-old victim was transported to the University of Chicago Medical Center in fair condition.

The officer hit in the vest was taken to a hospital and was later discharged.

The 35-year-old suspect, identified by police as Darren Brewster of Chicago, was taken to Christ Hospital in fair condition. Brewster faces a count of attempted murder and home invasion among other charges.

Brewster is expected in court Tuesday for a detention hearing.

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