Chicago, Illinois – Chicago Police Department reported that two men were fatally shot in the head in the Albany Park neighborhood late Friday night.
According to authorities, the incident took place just before 11:30 p.m. when officers responded to a call regarding gunshots in an alley near Leland and Troy. Upon arrival, they discovered two individuals with gunshot wounds to the head, both of whom were pronounced dead at the scene.
The victims have been identified as 20-year-old Victor H. Rodriguez and 21-year-old Jaime I. Serrano, both residents of Chicago. Investigations revealed that a witness observed a black sedan fleeing the area after the shooting.
As of now, no suspects have been taken into custody, and Area Five detectives are handling the case. The Cook County Medical Examiner’s Office carried out the identification of the deceased individuals.
The tragic incident has left the community in shock, and authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward to assist in the investigation. The motive behind the attack remains unknown, and the police are actively seeking leads to bring justice to the victims and their families.
This shooting serves as a stark reminder of the ongoing issue of gun violence in Chicago and highlights the need for greater efforts to address and prevent such senseless acts in the future. As the investigation unfolds, the community is left mourning the loss of two young lives taken too soon in a tragic act of violence.
The Chicago Police Department is working diligently to gather more information and identify those responsible for the crime. The city remains on edge as residents grapple with the aftermath of yet another devastating incident of gun violence in their neighborhood.