Over a period of three days, Chicago faced a tragic wave of violence resulting in the loss of four lives.
According to data gathered by News Media, from the morning of Friday, June 5, through Sunday, June 7, a total of 29 individuals were struck by gunfire, with four fatalities reported.
One incident involved victims aged between 12 and 14. Police reports indicate that an unidentified assailant brandished a firearm and discharged it, hitting several young victims before making an escape.
Authorities survey the aftermath of a drive-by shooting in Chicago, Illinois, on July 6, 2024. (Scott Olson/Getty Images)
In a separate occurrence, two unidentified shooters reportedly targeted a group gathered outside early on Friday morning. This attack resulted in seven people being shot, claiming the lives of two individuals.
All of these shootings are reported to be under investigation by police.
Chicago Police Department records show 29 people were shot over the weekend. (Beata Zawrzel/NurPhoto via Getty Images)
On Friday, Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson posted on social media praising a reported drop in homicides in his city on Gun Violence Awareness Day.
The post said in part, “We refuse to accept any level of violence as normal. But we are encouraged, especially on Gun Violence Awareness Day, of the progress Chicago is making in driving down crime. My administration will continue strengthening community violence intervention, coordinated responses to crime, and increased investment in our young people.”
Four people were killed in shootings over the weekend, Chicago records show. (iStock)
While gunfire rang out in Chicago over the weekend, Illinois Democrat Governor JB Pritzker, a member of the wealthy Pritzker family who owns Hyatt Hotels, posted on X his support of Pride Month.
News Media has reached out to Johnson, Pritzker and Chicago police for comment in regard to the recent gun violence.
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