Chicago Police say detectives are still investigating this week's shooting near Schurz High School in the Old . Police said a 15-year-old boy was struck in the face and neck and taken to Lurie Children's Hospital in critical condition. In 2006, three students were shot across the street from the school. According to Chicago Public Schools, the school was placed on a lockdown after the shooting took place, but that has since been lifted, with students allowed to go home as the investigation continues. (Antonio Perez / Chicago Tribune). They have everybody safe.. Tyler Pasciak LaRiviere / Chicago Sun-Times, When it comes to Madonnas plastic surgery: Its her body and her choice, Family, friends gather to remember slain Chicago police officer, Amid layoffs and reshuffling, anxious Chicago tech workers seek solace in pinball, Here are five takeaways from Chicagos municipal election. Show All Video Highlights See yourself at Schurz! Every dime we make fundsreportingfrom Chicagos neighborhoods. / CBS Chicago. CPD had said all four were CPS students, but later corrected themselves, saying two of the victims are CPS students, one attends an alternative school and the fourth victim is an 18-year-old man may not be a student. CHICAGO (WLS) -- Chicago fire officials said four people were shot near Carl Schurz High School in Irving Park Wednesday. Emmanuel Gallegos, a 17-year-old Northside College Prep student, Another 17-year-old was charged in the shooting. The shooting happened just before dismissal on the third day of classes to start the new school year. Our No. An 18-year-old was shot in the leg and was taken to Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center, also in good condition. He was listed in critical condition. CPD and paramedics quickly arrived and responded, and the soft lockdown was lifted once there was no longer a safety threat. Five minutes after being told to remain in their classrooms, the students said they realized it was more serious. As soon as I saw the car go by, I got very afraid, because I wondered if someone had gone inside the school, she said in Spanish. The student, struck by gunfire in the doorway of her school, underwent surgery and was hospitalized for days. "Our number one priority is the safety of our kids especially our kids that attend school. The student, struck by gunfire in the doorway of her school, underwent surgery and was hospitalized for days. Estrada said he looked out a window and saw an injured person on the sidewalk and shortly after that another victim being taken to an ambulance in a wheelchair. Two students said they were locked down in their classroom after the shots rang out. As the Carl Schurz High School students passed under the schools brown iron gates Thursday morning, community members greeted them with doughnuts and flowers outside the Northwest Side school, a day after a shooting that left four teens wounded, including two Schurz students. No one is in custody. Mily Garcia was waiting outside the school to pick up her daughter when she saw someone open fire from a passing SUV at a group at La Michoacna ice cream shop, a popular hangout spot for students after school. Carl Schurz High School Aug 2011 - Present 11 years 8 months. I was nervous. He was reportedly in good condition. There is a Police Observation Device, or POD, camera in the area - but we're told it was not working at the time of the shooting. Inmate beaten to death in Cook County Jail's max security wing: police, Chicago Weather: Mostly cloudy, late showers Saturday, Indiana state trooper killed responding to weather-related crash. Our No. Garcia died Wednesday after weeks in the hospital, prompting Krebs and hundreds of other East High School students on Friday to march to the Colorado Capitol to demand that state lawmakers take action to prevent . The shooting happened just before dismissal on the third day of classes to start the new school year. Please enter valid email address to continue. As the Carl Schurz High School students passed under the school's brown iron gates Thursday morning, community members greeted them with doughnuts and flowers outside the Northwest Side. She said shes spoken to several parents who want the restaurant to be closed. Block Club Chicago is a nonprofit news organization dedicated to delivering reliable, nonpartisan and essential coverage of Chicagos diverse neighborhoods. Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Resources. A 15-year-old boy was shot in the face and neck and was taken to Lurie Childrens Hospital, Chicago police said. All Rights Reserved. The teens were in the patio area of the shop in the 4300 block of West Addison Street when a dark-colored SUV drove by and someone inside opened fire around 2:45 p.m., according to Deputy Police Chief Roberto Nieves. CHICAGO (CBS) -- Video released Thursday shows teenagers running down the sidewalk after shots were fired across from Carl Schurz High School on the city's Northwest Side the day before. Surveillance video from a beauty shop on Milwaukee Avenue shows a group of at least seven teenagers sprinting down the sidewalk. Two Chicago Police officers walk away from Schurz High School while a detective walks to the school after 4 teens were shot in a drive-by outside the high school in the 4300 block of West Addison Street in the Old Irving Park neighborhood, Wednesday, Aug. 24, 2022. In 2019, a 17-year-old boy was shot and killed when a gunman standing on a corner near the school shot at his car. Four teenage boys were injured in the broad-daylight shooting on the patio of an ice cream shop outside the Northwest Side school, and one was left in critical condition. Sun-Times Media Wire contributed to this report. 2023 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. Moments later, the worker who didnt want to be identified heard screams outside. In the wake of yet another mass shooting, our CEO, Oren Frank, explains . The teens were in the patio area of the shop in the 4300 block of West Addison Street when a dark-colored SUV drove by and someone inside opened fire around 2:45 p.m., according to Deputy Police Chief Roberto Nieves. Jessica Marcotte's son witnessed the shooting Wednesday afternoon as he saw a black SUV pull up and fire shots near the ice cream shop across the street. The Chicago-based chain, which also has locations in Milwaukee, Minneapolis and Dallas, opened the Wicker Park location in 2017. (Erin Hooley / Chicago Tribune). A line of kids jutted out from the main door as they waited to go inside. CHICAGO (CBS) -- Four teenagers -- two of them only 15 years old -- were shot and wounded Wednesday afternoon near Carl Schurz High School in the Old Irving Park neighborhood. "Since we heard the shots and everything, I figured out that the school was on lockdown which is what happened.". Schurz High School is located in the Old Irving Park neighborhood. No main arteries were hit. A 16-year-old East High School student who was shot outside the Denver school 2 weeks ago has died, the Denver Police Department confirmed Wednesday. Moments later, the worker who didnt want to be identified heard screams outside. CHICAGO (CBS) -- Four teenagers -- two of them only 15 years old -- were shot and wounded Wednesday afternoon near Carl Schurz High School in the Old Irving Park neighborhood. Four students from Schurz and a local charter school were injured two critically. Four teenagers were shot in a drive-by attack outside an ice cream shop across the street from Schurz High School on the Northwest Side Wednesday afternoon, according to Chicago police. because I knew he was outside already," she said, "so I was like, 'Dad, stay in the car! But the next step is to figure out how to better protect kids away from schools, she said. Chicago Police Area Five Deputy Chief Roberto Nieves has details on a shooting that wounded four teenage boys near Carl Schurz High School at Milwaukee Avenue and Addison Street. Mily Garcia said she was waiting outside the school to pick up her 16-year-old daughter when she spoke with another parent who saw someone open fire from a passing SUV at a group at La Michoacana ice cream shop, a popular hangout spot for students after school. CPS and CPD will be providing additional safety supports to our school this week, and many members of our community may be aware of this incident," Moran wrote. Some parents said they were happy to meet with school leaders, calling it productive. As soon as they give the announcement, your heart goes into shock, he said Thursday morning. Police said two 15-year-old boys were shot. I was nervous. The CPS Crisis Team and Schurz staff will be available to any students who may need additional support.". An employee inside the restaurant said she was working when she and a co-worker got down to the floor after hearing at least four shots ring out. "Once I heard the shots, I just tried to get down, told my wife to do the same thing," said Jose Villanueva, who was waiting for his niece outside of Schurz High School. Police said two of the victims are Chicago Public Schools students and a third is enrolled at an alternative school. and last updated 8:31 AM, Mar 03, 2023. First published on August 24, 2022 / 3:39 PM. Another 15-year-old was shot in his back and taken to Stroger Hospital in good condition. The shooting occurred 2:45 p.m. in the 4300 block of West Addison Street, near Schurz High School, police Chief Roberto Nieves said. Police say that patrols will be enhanced during arrival and dismissal times at the school beginning on Thursday. Chicago police at the scene where four teenagers were shot outside La Michoacana ice cream shop near Schurz High School on Aug 24, 2022. he district just last week unveiled new safety, Column: Chalk talk needed on the Chicago Blackhawks parking-lot tribute to departed star Patrick Kane, Darien getting its first marijuana dispensing business, Chicago-area man mourns loss of 100 relatives in Turkey earthquake, Do Not Sell/Share My Personal Information. It felt like a normal day to Marcelino Cruz. I was very afraid. Her daughter then texted her to say the school was on lockdown. The CARL SCHURZ Academic Decathlon Team brings home 5th place at the City Championship Finals and is going to compete in the CITY FINALS on February 16 and March 4, 2023!!! Parents hope Friday's meeting is the first toward something positive coming from this tragedy. He was listed in critical condition. Police said he was taken to Lurie Children's Hospital in critical condition. Baker worried about his friends. There was an increase in police patrol for school drop off Thursday morning and there will continue to be in afternoon. Garcia said her daughter wasnt released until almost 4 p.m. Thank god shes safe, Garcia said. At the time of the shooting, some of the students had been dismissed, but most were still inside the school. Nieves called the shooting very upsetting, and assured parents that the department would concentrate on keeping children safe in or out of school. A judge ordered Steven Montano, 18, to be held without bail at a Friday hearing as he faces a murder charge in the slaying of officer Andrs Mauricio Vsquez Lasso. His classmate Kentrell McNeal, also 15, was fatally shot hours later in Hyde Park, with their two deaths rocking the school community for months. The following month, a 14-year-old girl and a security guard were shot as they walked out of Phillips Academy High School in Bronzeville. Video shows horrific aftermath of shooting across from Carl Schurz High School. Four people in Chicago were injured on Wednesday during a drive-by shooting outside a high school on the city's Northwest side. "I just wanted to see what they were gonna say; I mean, what can you really do," said Theresa Rios, grandparent of two students. Authorities say that four Chicago Public Schools students were shot on the patio of a business near a Northwest Side high school on Wednesday afternoon. The Fire Department says four people were shot near Carl Schurz High School at Addison Street and Milwaukee Avenue. A dark-colored SUV is believed to have been involved in the shooting, and it fled eastbound on Addison. CHICAGO (WLS) -- Chicago fire officials said four people were shot near Carl Schurz High School in Irving Park Wednesday. "As soon as I parked here, I heard the shots. Luis . Wednesday was the third day of the new CPS school year, and Schurz, at the corner of Milwaukee and Addison, went on lockdown when the shooting happened just prior to the schools dismissal bell, according to an emailed statement from Chicago Public Schools. A Chicago Fire Department spokesperson said that three. Protesters remember East High student killed by a shooting last month Luis Garcia died Wednesday due to a gunshot-related injury he sustained shortly after leaving school Feb. 13 . Our No. Four teenagers were shot in a drive-by attack outside an ice cream shop across the street from Schurz High School on the Northwest Side Wednesday afternoon, according to Chicago police. For better or worse. The victims were shot outside La Michoacna, 3591 N. Milwaukee Ave., witnesses said. "I know it's affecting him," she said. Chief Robert Nieves. Some parents said they were. (Erin Hooley / Chicago Tribune). They should be safe coming, and while they're at school, and going home so we're going to work on keeping that, and we assure the parents that we'll be out here protecting their children.". The district partnered with police and fire personnel for an active shooter drill, and CPS safety and security chief Jadine Chou said schools are ready for that type of emergency. If your child witnessed this incident and voices any concerns or fears, please contact us. Information about where, if anywhere, the 18-year-old attended school was not immediately learned. Theyre going to keep shooting here, Garcia said. CHICAGO (WLS) -- School administrators from Schurz High School and parents met Friday days after a drive-by shooting near the school injured four teenagers. Mily Garcia was waiting outside the school to pick up her daughter when she spoke with another parent who saw someone open fire from a passing SUV at a group at La Michoacana ice cream shop, a popular hangout spot for students after school. The bullet went through the left side of his neck and out the right side of his cheek, he said. Schurz Fields Special Olympics Unified Basketball Team Schurz Acadec Team Advances to City Finals! The shooting occurred on the third day of classes for Chicago Public Schools. Joseph Brown said his son likes playing video games and mostly keeps to himself. Subscribe to Block Club Chicago,an independent, 501(c)(3), journalist-run newsroom. Four students wounded in drive-by shooting outside ice cream shop by Chicago high school Four teenage boys were shot and injured in the ambush-style attack, including one 15-year-old boy who. "This is very upsetting, we understand that, we are very upset ourselves and frustrated with this," said Nieves. Chicago Public Schools released a statement, saying, "Chicago Public Schools (CPS) is working closely with Chicago Police Department (CPD) as we respond to a shooting near one of our high schools, just prior to the school's dismissal bell. I wish she wasnt in school right now.. Seconds later, a girl rushes up to help a boy in a white T-shirt. Violence and this pain isnt normal, so we cant normalize it, De Jesus Alejandre said. Officials confirm that two of the four victims are Chicago Public Schools students, but couldnt disclose whether they attend Schurz. A 17-year-old suffered a graze wound to the leg and was taken to Community First Medical Center in good condition. In 2019, a 17-year-old boy was shot and killed when a gunman standing on a corner near the school shot at his car. According to Chicago fire officials, at least four people were shot near Schurz High School, located near the intersection of Milwaukee and Addison. CPS and CPD will be providing additional safety supports to our school this week, and many members of our community may be aware of this incident. His classmate Kentrell McNeal, also 15, was fatally shot hours later in Hyde Park, with their two deaths rocking the school community for months. CPS CEO Pedro Martinez said last week the district needs help from other city agencies to deal with mental health and gun violence woes hurting students. CPS communities have struggled with gun violence trauma over the years, often finding a lack of resources to help both children and staff cope with the shooting or killing of a student. According to Chicago fire officials, three juveniles and one adult were shot at the business near Schurz High School, located near the intersection of Milwaukee and Addison. She said she planned to host a parent meeting Friday to discuss the incident. Lincoln Square, North Center, Irving Park. (Antonio Perez / Chicago Tribune). "I just remember the teachers telling everyone to, you know, stay in the classroom; don't leave the building," said his daughter, Vianni Ramirez. Increased police presence is seen outside of Schurz High School, Aug. 25, 2022, following a shooting across the street that left four teenagers wounded Wednesday afternoon. Video shows horrific aftermath of shooting across from Carl Schurz High School CBS 2's Jackie Kostek also spoke to a taco shop owner who said one of the victims hid in front of his shop. She said shes spoken to several parents who want the restaurant to be closed. Our number one priority is the safety of our kids," said Dep. The junior said he doesnt feel secure inside or outside Schurz. Parents said the CTA was discussed and the safety of students while waiting for the bus. OLD IRVING PARK Four teenage Chicago Public Schools students were wounded in a Wednesday afternoon drive-by near a Northwest Side high school, officials and witnesses said. Laroyae Baker, 15, said as classrooms were locked down, some kids looked out the window and texted others about the shooting. August 25, 2022 / 6:20 PM The students seemed somber and nervous as they walked by the ice cream shop where the shooting happened and past two flashing-blue police cars into the school, De Jesus Alejandre said. Bags of chips, bottles of water, a can of soda and cans of canned cocktails were abandoned at the patio. All four victims were students at Chicago Public Schools, but it is unclear whether they were all students at Schurz. CHICAGO Three students and an 18-year-old were shot Wednesday at a business directly in front of Carl Schurz High School. Thanks for subscribing to Block Club Chicago, an independent, 501(c)(3), journalist-run newsroom. Just three days since fall classes resumed following summer break, Schurz High School in Old Irving Park on Chicago's northwest side went into lockdown Wednesday after four teenagers were. Another 17-year-old was charged in the shooting. He thinks the shooting was related to gangs and expects more violence. More activity by Lucienne It's National Volunteer Week! The police are not doing a bad job, but it's just things gotta be more tight.". Moving forward, Nieves said police patrols will be enhanced near the school during arrival and dismissal times. Schurz High School Principal Heidy Moran released the following letter to families Wednesday: The safety of your children is always our top priority, which is why we must inform you of an incident that affected our school this afternoon. DENVER Students at East High School walked out Friday morning as part of a push for gun safety after the death of a 16-year-old student who was shot near . Daniel Escutia, 16, said his mom had been sitting nearby to pick him up when shots were fired. Garcia said La Michoacana has been a sore spot for parents because fights between students break out there regularly. It was not immediately certain whether the victims attend Schurz, said Chicago Police Area Five Deputy Chief Roberto Nieves. Four teenagers were injured in the shooting on the patio of the La Michoacana Ice Cream Shop across the street from the school at Milwaukee Avenue and Addison Street. This is very upsetting and we understand that. Detectives and officers are investigating in the area, and are seeking video and any other type of evidence, Nieves said. Two students said they were locked down in their classroom after the shots rang out. We live here, he has to go to school here, so my thing is I just want him to have the resources he needs here.". Police said the two other shooting victims attend Aspira Antonia Pantoja High School, a Chicago Public Schools charter school, though its not managed by CPS. They should be safe coming, and while theyre at school and going home.. An 18-year-old man was shot in the leg and was taken to Illinois Masonic Hospital, where he was also listed in good condition. "Please know that we are taking this matter extremely seriously. Last year, the school, 3601 N. Milwaukee Ave., was locked down after a rumor spread about a person with a gun, causing parents and students to panic, administrators said. I wish she wasnt in school right now.. Dismissal times happen in intervals at Schurz, Nieves said. The new mayor has the power to physically remake the city or large portions of it. In 2019, a 17-year-old boy was shot and killed when a gunman standing on a corner near the school shot at his car. Jamari Williams, 15, was killed two blocks from Simeon High School in September of 2021, minutes after school had let out for the day in Chatham. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us.". Last year, the school, 3601 N. Milwaukee Ave., was locked down after a rumor spread about a person with a gun, causing parents and students to panic, administrators said.