Chicago Police Investigating Shooting In West Town That Left A Woman Dead

The woman was found inside a living room in the 2200 block of West Grand Avenue.

10:56 PM CDT on Jun 4, 2019

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WEST TOWN — Chicago police were investigating a fatal shooting Tuesday in West Town.

Shortly before 9 p.m. Tuesday, police arrived at a home in the 2200 block of West Grand Avenue in West Town. A 40-year-old woman, who had been shot in her neck, was found inside, officials said.

Johanna Garrison, of suburban Glenview, was pronounced dead at 9:11 p.m. at the scene, according to the Cook County Medical Examiner’s Office.

No arrests have been made, but police have identified a man as a person of interest and think the shooting could be domestic-related.

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Hannah Alani

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