Western District Attempted Murder Arrest

On Aug. 31, 2024, at around 6:39 p.m., officers responded to the 1800 block of Appleton Street to investigate a call for discharging of a firearm. Upon arrival, officers were advised that a 15-year-old male had used a handgun to shoot at a 15-year-old female.

Western District Action Team members responded to assist and immediately began to canvass the area for the suspect.

Detectives located the suspect, apprehended him, and recovered a handgun.

No injuries were sustained during this incident.

The suspect was arrested and transported to the Central Booking Intake Facility, where he will be charged with attempted first-degree murder and additional charges.