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21-Year-Old Fatally Shot in Skokie Early Tuesday

Police say there is no known threat to the public.

Overview

  • Police discovered the 21-year-old with multiple gunshot wounds near LaCrosse Avenue and Grove Street, shortly after 6:20 a.m. Tuesday, and he died at a local hospital.
  • Officers and Skokie Fire Department crews gave first aid at the scene before transporting him for treatment.
  • Detectives opened an active homicide case, and the North Regional Violent Crimes Task Force, a multi-agency unit, is assisting.
  • Officials have not released the victim’s name, and they have not shared suspect or motive details.
  • Investigators ask anyone with information to call Skokie police at (847) 982-5900, use the 24-hour Crime Tip Hotline at (847) 933-8477, or text “Skokie” and a tip to 226787.