Girl, 13, shot in Evanston backyard when unknown gunman peered over fence: police

EVANSTON, Ill. - A 13-year-old girl was shot Monday night in north suburban Evanston, police said.

Shortly after 6 p.m., Evanston police say an unknown offender fired a gun over a fence into a backyard at several teenage juveniles in the 1300 block of Fowler Avenue.

A 13-year-old girl was the only juvenile struck by the gunfire, police said. She was taken to an area hospital in critical condition.

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There are no offenders in custody, police said.

13-year-old shot in Evanston | Evanston Police Department

There is a large police presence in the area. Police say if you are not a nearby resident to avoid the area.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Evanston police at 847-866-5000.