Shots fired outside Dolton AutoZone

DOLTON, Ill. - A shooting incident occurred outside an AutoZone store in south suburban Dolton on Wednesday.

According to a witness, the incident originated from a collision between two cars before noon, prompting the involved parties to move into the AutoZone parking lot.

The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) is collaborating on the investigation, along with the assistance of the State Police Crime Scene Services.

Video footage from the scene reveals damage near the front driver's side of both vehicles. A silver Nissan had over a dozen bullet holes, while the black Chrysler also had bullet holes and a completely shattered back window.

The AutoZone building itself sustained bullet holes along Sibley Boulevard.

The affected area remained closed for several hours between Woodlawn to Minerva.

A witness described the events.

"There was a car flying, hit another vehicle, and then they went inside the AutoZone and started an argument. And that’s where they started the shooting. I heard the shooting. Then some guys ran back toward that way," he said.

The witness reported at least five individuals being transported from the scene by ambulance. However, the medical examiner confirmed they did not go to the scene.