A quiet Friday evening in Chicago’s West Garfield Park neighborhood turned alarming after an 11-year-old boy was discovered with a serious head injury lying in the street.
According to Chicago police, officers responded to a well-being check around 7:30 p.m. on the 200 block of South Kostner Avenue. When they arrived, they found the young boy suffering from a significant head injury. Emergency responders quickly transported him to Stroger Hospital, where he was listed in serious condition.
Authorities confirmed the child has been placed in protective police custody as the investigation continues. At this time, officials have not released additional details about what may have led to the injury or whether any suspects are involved.
Area 4 detectives are actively investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident. Police have not indicated whether the injury resulted from an accident, an assault, or another situation.
Residents in the West Garfield Park area expressed concern as news of the incident spread through the community. The neighborhood remained active Friday night as officers worked the scene and gathered information.
Anyone with information related to the case is encouraged to contact Chicago police.
This is a developing story, and updates are expected as investigators learn more.
