Suspect seriously injured after shootout with police in West Rogers Park: CPD

CHICAGO – A suspect is in critical condition after a shootout with chicago police in the West Rogers Park neighborhood, authorities say.

The incident happened around 9:35 a.m. Saturday in the 2600 block of North Washtenaw Avenue.

A 39-year-old man was walking in the area when an armed suspect approached him from behind and fired multiple shots, striking him in the shoulder, CPD said.

Officers responded to the scene and around 9:55 a.m. the suspect re-emerged from an alley and began shooting at police and first responders, CPD said. An ambulance was also hit by gunfire.

According to police, the suspect continued to shoot at officers from different locations for approximately two and a half minutes. After reaching the 6800 block of North Washtenaw Avenue, officers shot the suspect multiple times.

Police rendered aid to the suspect and seized the weapon used in the shooting.

The suspect was taken to St. Francis Hospital and is in critical condition. Authorities said the 39-year-old victim was treated at a hospital and has since been released.

There were no injuries among officers.

According to CPD, the officers involved in the shooting will perform routine administrative duties for at least 30 days as part of department protocol.

The Civilian Office of Police Accountability (COPA) is investigating and anyone with more information is asked to call COPA at 312-746-3609.

This is a developing story and we will announce more details as they become available.