"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. 1 priority is the safety of our kids, especially our kids that attend school, Nieves said. I mean, it happened close to school, but it was outside, the 17-year-old student said. (Erin Hooley / Chicago Tribune). Local businesses reopened to customers just before 6 p.m. 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. CHICAGO, Ill. (WTVO) Chicago Police responded to a shooting outside Carl Schurz High School, at 3601 N Milwaukee Avenue, on Wednesday afternoon. Author: Nate Lynn. We thought it was a drill at first, said one student, who asked not to be named. I was nervous. 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. 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. 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. Subscribe to Block Club Chicago,an independent, 501(c)(3), journalist-run newsroom. Police said two of the victims are Chicago Public Schools students and a third is enrolled at an alternative school. They should be safe coming, and while theyre at school and going home.. 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. Four teen boys were near the patio of a local business when someone in a dark SUV car drove up to the group on Addison and fired shots Nieves said. I wish she wasnt in school right now.. Chopper 2 is over the scene. Anyone with information or who witnessed the shooting is asked to call Area Five detectives at (312) 746-6554. A 15-year-old boy was shot in the face and neck and was taken to Lurie Childrens Hospital, Chicago police said. He said a Schurz teacher had alerted him to the shooting but he didnt know many details. He thinks the shooting was related to gangs and expects more violence. Moving forward, Nieves said police patrols will be enhanced near the school during arrival and dismissal times. Copyright 2023 WLS-TV. As soon as they give the announcement, your heart goes into shock, he said Thursday morning. 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. Another 15-year-old was shot in his back and taken to Stroger Hospital in good condition. And, according to Montes, more than 700 homicides have been reported across Chicago this year. Four teens shot on ice cream shop patio across from Carl Schurz High School, Police update on shooting near Carl Schurz High School, Schurz High School briefly placed on lockdown after four teens are shot nearby, Increased police presence outside Carl Schurz High School on Northwest Side after four teens shot an, STREAMING LIVE: Shooting Near Carl Schurz High School. Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Resources. Three people were inside the vehicle as it moved south on Milwaukee Avenue, then turned left on Addison Street, according to the report. A Chicago Fire Department spokesperson said that three. As CBS 2's Charlie De Mar reported, witnesses said they heard several shots near the ice cream shop, at 3591 N. Milwaukee Ave., and saw paramedics working on the victims near the outside patio of the shop. This is very upsetting and we understand that. 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. Chicago police work the scene where four teens were shot in a drive-by outside Schurz High School in the 4300 block of West Addison Street in the Old Irving Park neighborhood, Wednesday, Aug. 24, 2022. According to Chicago fire officials, at least four people were shot near Schurz High School, located near the intersection of Milwaukee and Addison. Police said dismissal times at schools are staggered, so there were some students out of school while the majority of Schurz students were inside at the time of the shooting. 2023 FOX Television Stations, from SAT 8:00 PM CST until WED 4:30 AM CST, Newton County, until SUN 12:00 PM CST, Lake County, Kenosha County, from SAT 12:00 PM CST until WED 6:00 AM CST, Jasper County, from SUN 6:00 AM CST until MON 6:00 AM CST, Lake County, Newton County, is in effect, Kane County, Lake County, McHenry County, Porter County, Jasper County. Copyright 2023 WLS-TV. Nothing major damaged. The student, struck by gunfire in the doorway of her school, underwent surgery and was hospitalized for days. 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. 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. She said she planned to host a parent meeting Friday to discuss the incident. Police will increase patrols during arrival and dismissal times at Schurz in response to the shooting, Nieves said. August 25, 2022 / 6:20 PM LIVE: Chicago police update after 4 shot near Schurz High School 17,648 views Streamed live on Aug 24, 2022 205 Dislike Share Save ABC 7 Chicago 307K subscribers FULL STORY:. 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. Some are advocating for additional security officers around the school. Schurz, at the corner of Milwaukee and Addison, went on lockdown when the shooting happened "just prior to the school's dismissal bell," according to an emailed statement from Chicago Public . Kevin J. Beaty/Denverite. No one is in custody and an investigation is ongoing. 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. Its still an active investigation, said Tom Ahern, a police spokesman. Quickly, I wanted to run inside.. The SUV then fled eastbound on Addison. But the next step is to figure out how to better protect kids away from schools, she said. 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.". The student, struck by gunfire in the doorway of her school, underwent surgery and was hospitalized for days. RELATED: 4 hurt in Chicago shooting near Irving Park high school. 3601 North Milwaukee Avenue, Chicago, IL 60641, Student Information System (Aspen, Focus, etc. Schurz, at the corner of Milwaukee and Addison, went on lockdown when the shooting happened "just prior to the school's dismissal bell," according to an emailed statement from Chicago Public. Seconds later, a girl rushes up to help a boy in a white T-shirt. "As soon as I parked here, I heard the shots. The shooting happened just before dismissal on the third day of classes to start the new school year. "I heard the sirens or whatever, so I was confused, and then I was like, 'Dad!' The three additional victims were taken to other hospitals in good condition: another 15-year-old boy with a back wound, a 17-year-old boy whose leg was grazed and an 18-year-old man with a leg wound. Police said he was taken to Lurie Children's Hospital in critical condition. The other 15-year-old was shot in the back and was taken to Stroger Hospital of Cook County in good condition. Two students said they were locked down in their classroom after the shots rang out. Heather ODonnell of the Chicago social services agency Thresholds says the money is an opportunity to really build up substance use care.. Another 17-year-old was charged in the shooting. All Rights Reserved. Detectives and officers are investigating in the area, and are seeking video and any other type of evidence, Nieves said. Chicago police work the scene where 4 teens were shot in a drive-by outside Schurz High School in the 4300 block of West Addison Street in the Old Irving Park neighborhood, Wednesday, Aug. 24, 2022. Police tape was partially roped around La Michoacna about 5:30 p.m. as detectives investigated inside and outside the ice cream shop. Another 15-year-old boy was struck in the back and taken to Stroger Hospital in good condition. 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. As a news piece, this article cites verifiable, third-party sources which have all been thoroughly fact-checked and deemed credible by the Newsroom. They just want to feel loved and supported and not judged, De Jesus Alejandre said. According to the Chicago Sun-Times, at least . "When does the carnage stop? CBS 2's Jackie Kostek spoke Thursday to several students outside of the school. CPD and paramedics quickly arrived and responded, and the soft lockdown was lifted once there was no longer a safety threat. More activity by Lucienne It's National Volunteer Week! Now she wants him to transfer. 1 priority is the safety of our kids, especially our kids that attend school. Lopez said he provided aid to the victim and called 911. Nieves called the shooting very upsetting, and assured parents that the department would concentrate on keeping children safe in or out of school. CHICAGO (WLS) -- Chicago fire officials said four people were shot near Carl Schurz High School in Irving Park Wednesday. Community members greeted . Police said two of the victims are Chicago Public Schools students and a third is enrolled at an alternative school. East High School students are walking out of class Friday to demand an end to gun violence following the shooting death of one of their classmates. Five minutes after being told to remain in their classrooms, the students said they realized it was more serious. De Jesus Alejandre said she wanted to make sure the students would not feel alone. 2022 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. 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. The bullet went through the left side of his neck and out the right side of his cheek, he said. The CPS Crisis team and Schurz staff will be available to any students who may need additional support. She said the school was locked down and she was still waiting for her daughter to be released from classes at 3:30 p.m. Students said the school was immediately placed on a soft lockdown. By submitting your email to receive this newsletter, you agree to our. One student who was in class and heard gunfire said it appeared to be a drive-by shooting. Her daughter then texted her to say the school was on lockdown. Some parents said they were happy to meet with school leaders, calling it productive. 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 Sun-Times Media Wire contributed to this report. 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. 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. Safety meeting held at Schurz High School after 4 teens injured in drive-by shooting. 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. This month, a 16-year-old girl was shot and killed outside Michele Clark Academic Prep Magnet High School. 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. Moments later, the worker who didnt want to be identified heard screams outside. Got a story tip? Theyre going to keep shooting here, Garcia said. Shortly before dismissal, there were shots fired across the street from our school building. First published on August 24, 2022 / 3:39 PM. alex@blockclubchi.org. There was an increase in police patrol for school drop off Thursday morning and there will continue to be in afternoon. This article contains new, firsthand information uncovered by its reporter(s). Garcia said her daughter wasnt released until almost 4 p.m. Thank god shes safe, Garcia said. 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. 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. His father, Joseph Brown, said that his son was doing fine Thursday afternoon. Parents said the CTA was discussed and the safety of students while waiting for the bus. The victims were shot outside La Michoacna, 3591 N. Milwaukee Ave., witnesses said. Sister-in-law never calls her late husbands sister and is dismissive of her grief. A 17-year-old suffered a graze wound to the leg and was taken to Community First Medical Center in good condition. The video shows him stopping and leaning over. Sandra Acebedo hugs and greets Norma Rios Sierra, as Juliet De Jesus Alejandre, right, back to camera is greeted and hugged by a parent of a high school student, Monica Espinoza, who was handing out flowers to students, parents and staff, at Schurz High School on Aug. 25, 2022. 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. CHICAGO (WLS) -- Chicago fire officials said four people were shot near Carl Schurz High School in Irving Park Wednesday. 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. Chief Robert Nieves. We hope the school has security so this doesnt happen inside, Chavez said in Spanish. The security of the school is pretty good. We will communicate any additional information with the school community. Police investigate a shooting near Carl Schurz High School in Old Irving Park on Aug. 24, 2022. Schurz High School is located in the Old Irving Park neighborhood. The ice cream shop has at least four security cameras facing the area of the outside patio near where the shooting happened. Four people were shot in a drive-by attack Wednesday afternoon outside an ice cream shop across the street from Schurz High School on Chicago's Northwest Side, authorities said. A 15-year-old boy remains in critical condition at the hospital while three other teens are also recovering from gunshot wounds, but are expected to be OK. More than 50 parents attended the meeting and other watched over Zoom. We're told that boy was the 15-year-old who was shot in the face and neck - and was bleeding. 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. Lincoln Square, North Center, Irving Park reporter The best thing for the school would be to remove it.. Hes a good kid, everything just went south, thats all, his father said. The 17-year-old, who suffered a graze wound to the leg, was taken to Community First Medical Center in good condition while the 18-year-old, also shot in the leg and in good condition, was taken to Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center, police and fire officials said. At the time of the shooting, some of the students had been dismissed, but most were still inside the school. One of the victims is a student at an alternative school, according to police. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us.". Parents and Schurz HIgh School administrators met Friday after a drive-by shooting near the school earlier this week. "I just wanted to see what they were gonna say; I mean, what can you really do," said Theresa Rios, grandparent of two students. Loving each other is normal. Please enter valid email address to continue. I try to talk to him about it. Lawmakers and others should not seek to undo laws meant to protect people from gun violence. He said students go through a metal detector and have their backpacks checked as they entered Schurz. 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. I was nervous. We immediately contacted the Chicago Police Department (CPD) and the CPS Office of Safety and Security to protect the safety of all students and staff members and went on soft lockdown, which delayed dismissal. It happened outside outside La Michoacana ice cream shop across the street from Carl. In August, four teens were shot in a drive-by attack near an ice cream shop across the street from Schurz High School. (Erin Hooley / Chicago Tribune). A student ducks under police tape as Chicago police officers work the scene where four teenagers were shot outside La Michoacana ice cream shop in the 3600 block of North Milwaukee Avenue near Schurz High School on Aug 24, 2022. Two bullet holes could be seen on the glass window pane near the entrance of the ice cream shop. CHICAGO (WLS) -- School administrators from Schurz High School and parents met Friday days after a drive-by shooting near the school injured four teenagers. Two students said they were locked down in their classroom after the shots rang out. Authorities say that four Chicago Public. "I know it's affecting him," she said. 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. The school was placed on a soft lockdown, according to a spokesperson with CPS, which delayed Wednesdays dismissal. Sun-Times Media Wire contributed to this report. / CBS Chicago. "I see it in his face. Moran said CPS and CPD would add security around the school this week, and that social workers and crisis counselors would be available for students traumatized by the shooting. Daniel Escutia, 16, said his mom had been sitting nearby to pick him up when shots were fired. Im kind of worried about my safety, about coming to school, Escutia said on his way to Spanish class Thursday. https://cbsn.ws/3QOFT6d. The shooting took place on the patio of the La Michoacana Ice Cream Shop across the street from the school at Milwaukee Avenue and Addison Street. The shooting happened just before dismissal on the third day of classes to start the new school year. The vehicle then sped off east on Addison Street. Four students from Schurz and a local charter school were injured two critically. CPS officials wouldnt comment. 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. "He was just fighting basically for his life, trying to hold onto the blood.". Fireworks at this time, I dont think so, she said she thought. 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. Luis Garcia was inside a car at East 17th Avenue and Esplanade, just north of the school, when he was shot on Feb. 13 just after 2:30 p.m., police said at the time. Chicago police say they have not made any arrests nor have they released a motive as of Thursday afternoon. She said shes spoken to several parents who want the restaurant to be closed. If your child witnessed this incident and voices any concerns or fears, please contact us. The shooting occurred as Schurz students left for the day, witnesses said. Sandra Acebedo hugs and greets Norma Rios Sierra, as Juliet De Jesus Alejandre, right, back to camera is greeted and hugged by a parent of a high school student, Monica Espinoza, who was handing out flowers to students, parents and staff, at Schurz High School on Aug. 25, 2022.