A 15-year-old girl was shot outside Perspectives Leadership Campus on Chicago’s South Side Tuesday morning. The incident occurred around 7:41 a.m. near the 8500 block of South Lafayette Avenue.
According to police, the victim was walking outside the school when a black sedan approached. Two individuals exited the vehicle and opened fire before quickly fleeing south in the sedan.
The girl was shot in the left thigh and was transported to a local hospital in the south side, where she is reported to be in fair condition. No other injuries were reported.
Authorities have not yet made any arrests, nor have they released suspect descriptions or a possible motive. The investigation remains ongoing, and police are asking anyone with information to come forward.
“This morning, a Perspectives student was shot outside of our school. Our thoughts are with the students, their families, and all those impacted by this tragic incident. Out of an abundance of caution, the school was placed on a soft lockdown, and the Chicago Police Department responded immediately.
“This remains an active investigation, and we are fully cooperating with law enforcement. We are also working closely with the Chicago Public Schools Office of Safety and Security to ensure safe passage home for all students.
The safety and well-being of our students and staff is our top priority. Counseling and support services are available for those in need.”
Earlier this week, three University of Chicago students were held at gunpoint and robbed in a disturbing incident on the Hyde Park campus.
According to an email from the university, the armed robbery occurred around 5:15 a.m. in the 5800 block of South Dorchester Avenue. Four to five armed individuals emerged from a white Alfa Romeo SUV, which had no license plates, and stole the victims’ belongings before fleeing south on Dorchester.
Thankfully, none of the students were physically harmed. University of Chicago police are actively investigating the crime, though no suspects have been identified or taken into custody at this time.
