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Boy, 12, shot in Washington Park alley

By Fox 32 Digital Staff
Published  April 13, 2023 5:43am CDT
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Boy, 12, shot in Washington Park

A 12-year-old boy was shot Wednesday night in Washington Park on the South Side.

CHICAGO - A 12-year-old boy was shot in an alley in Washington Park Wednesday night. 

Police say the victim was talking to a friend in the 5600 block of South Michigan Avenue just before 9 p.m. when he was shot by an unidentified person who was standing at the mouth of the alley. 

The victim was shot once in the leg and ran to a neighbor's house for help. He was transported to Comer Children’s Hospital where he is listed in good condition. 

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There is no one in custody. Area Two Detectives are investigating.