CHICAGO, Illinois — A 26-year-old man is fighting for his life after he was shot in the face while driving through a Southwest Side neighborhood late Sunday night.
The shooting happened at 10:20 p.m. in the 7900 block of South Western Avenue in the Ashburn community.
According to Chicago police, the man was driving south in a gray SUV when he suddenly heard gunshots and felt pain. He quickly realized he had been struck in the face.
The victim was rushed to Advocate Christ Medical Center in Oak Lawn, where he was listed in critical condition.
No Arrests Made, Investigation Underway
As of Monday morning, no one was in custody in connection with the shooting.
Wentworth Area detectives have taken over the investigation, but police have not yet released information about a suspect or what may have led to the shooting.
It remains unclear whether the man was targeted or caught in random gunfire while behind the wheel.
A Neighborhood on Edge
The Ashburn community on Chicago’s Southwest Side is a largely residential area — and incidents like this leave neighbors shaken.
Being shot while simply driving through a neighborhood is a reminder of how quickly violence can reach anyone, anywhere.
Residents in the area are urged to contact Chicago Police if they saw anything suspicious Sunday night or have any information that could help investigators close this case.
What Authorities Are Asking
If you have information about this shooting, contact the Chicago Police Department directly or submit an anonymous tip through CRED (Create Real Economic Destiny) or the Crime Stoppers tip line.
Every detail — no matter how small it may seem — can make a difference in an active investigation like this one.
Do you live in the Ashburn area or nearby? Have you noticed an increase in gun violence in your neighborhood? Share your thoughts in the comments — your voice matters in conversations like this one.
