A deadly shooting outside a Lower West Side bar early Monday morning resulted in one man’s death and two others being wounded. The incident occurred around 1:30 a.m. in the 1600 block of West Cullerton Street, outside Caminos de Michoacan, a popular local bar.
According to Chicago police, an argument erupted between three men, aged 25 and 32, on the sidewalk outside the bar. The dispute quickly escalated when the individuals began shooting at each other. The altercation led to the 25-year-old man sustaining multiple gunshot wounds to his body. He was transported to Stroger Hospital, where he was later pronounced dead.
The two 32-year-old men involved in the shooting were also injured but are expected to survive their wounds. The police have not released details about the extent of their injuries or their current condition. No arrests have been made at this time, and the investigation is ongoing.
The shooting has left the community on edge, especially considering the rising violence in the area. Local authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward to help solve the case. Residents in the neighborhood are hoping for swift justice and an end to the senseless violence that has affected their community.
This tragic event is the latest in a series of shootings across the city, further highlighting the need for effective measures to combat gun violence in Chicago. The police continue to search for suspects and work towards making the city safer for its residents.
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