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Police Investigate Early-Morning Shooting on I‑57 in Chicago South Suburbs

Lane closures between 147th and 127th disrupted the pre-dawn commute as evidence technicians processed the scene.

Overview

  • Illinois State Police say a shooting occurred in the northbound lanes of I‑57 near 147th Street at about 12:35 a.m. Monday and officers opened a criminal investigation.
  • Northbound I‑57 was closed between 147th Street and 127th Street, forcing reroutes and causing roughly 20 minutes of added travel time for some commuters.
  • State police evidence technicians were seen on the roadway placing markers for shell casings while investigators documented the scene.
  • Authorities reported injuries from the incident but said the wounds were non-life-threatening and provided no information about suspects or motive.
  • By about 5:30 a.m. lanes appeared to have reopened, but the investigation remains active and officials have not released further details.