Man, 21, critically wounded during shootout with robber on CTA bus on Chicago's South Side

CHICAGO - A 21-year-old man was critically wounded Sunday night during a shootout with a robber on a CTA bus on Chicago's South Side.

According to police, the victim was on an eastbound CTA bus when an unknown man attempted to rob him at gunpoint.

The victim pulled out his handgun and fired shots at the offender.

The offender also fired shots at the victim and struck the victim in the chest, police said.

The victim was reported in critical condition.

Both men exited the bus, and the offender was taken into custody by police. The victim was taken to the hospital.

No other injuries were reported.

Chicago police said neither the victim nor the offender are valid FOID or CCL holders.