Chicago Shooting in Back of the Yards Sends 1 to Hospital

CHICAGO (WLS) — A heavy police presence was reported on Chicago’s South Side Monday morning after witnesses said a shooting occurred.

Chopper 7 was above the scene at about 10:15 a.m. in the 5400-block of South Hermitage Avenue in the Back of the Yards neighborhood.

Several police vehicles were visible, and crime scene tape had been placed around the residential area.

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Police did not immediately say what prompted the response, but confirmed that one person was taken to a hospital following the incident.

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Chicago police said no officers or agents were injured.

U.S. Marshals and a representative from the Cook County Medical Examiner’s Office were also seen at the scene.

Hermitage Avenue is closed between 55th and 53rd streets while the investigation continues.

This is a developing story. Check back with ABC7 Chicago for updates.

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