URGENT UPDATE: A tragic shooting claimed the life of 15-year-old Robert D. Gunn Jr. in Chicago’s Far South Side shortly after 12:30 p.m. today. Gunfire erupted in the 9200 block of South LaSalle Street, leaving the young victim critically injured. He was immediately transported to Christ Hospital but succumbed to his injuries.
Authorities report that Gunn was involved in an altercation when an unknown assailant opened fire, striking him in the chest. The Chicago Police Department confirmed that Area Two detectives are leading the investigation, but no arrests have been made as of now.
In a statement from the Cook County Medical Examiner’s Office, Gunn was officially identified following his tragic death. This incident marks another violent episode in the Roseland neighborhood, an area that has seen a disturbing rise in gun violence this year.
Police urge anyone with information about the shooting to reach out to Area Two detectives to assist in piecing together the events that led to this senseless act. The department is actively working to uncover more details regarding a potential suspect and motive.
The violence in Roseland has raised alarm among residents and officials alike. Recent reports from local media highlight a pattern of shootings in the area, including another incident that left one dead and two critically injured, further underscoring the urgent need for community safety.
As investigations continue, the community mourns the loss of a young life cut tragically short. The family of Robert D. Gunn Jr. is left to grapple with the aftermath of this senseless violence, prompting calls for greater attention to the escalating issues in the neighborhood.
Stay tuned for more updates as this story develops.
