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Teenager, 17, Shot While Crossing Street In Pilsen, Police Say

The teenager was crossing the street in the 1900 block of South Loomis Street when a car pulled up and someone inside fired shots, police said.

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Mauricio Peña

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PILSEN — A 17-year-old boy is in good condition after being shot in his foot Thursday in Pilsen.

At 8:32 p.m., the teenager was crossing the street in the 1900 block of South Loomis Street when a car pulled up and someone inside began firing shots, the Chicago Police Department said.

The teen was shot in his right foot and taken to Stroger Hospital where he was listed in good condition, police said. 

Police recovered a gun at the scene and three people are being questioned. 

No other information was available.

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