News Chicago Metro/State

I-57 shooting reported on South Side

A northbound vehicle was shot at near Halsted Street about 4 p.m., state police said.

By Sun-Times Wire

Someone fired shots on Interstate 57 — Shots were fired Jan. 8, 2020, on Interstate 57 near Halsted Street.

No injuries were reported after a shooting Wednesday on Interstate 57 on the South Side.

Someone fired shots about 4 p.m. at a northbound vehicle on I-57 near Halsted Street, Illinois State Police said.

The male driving the vehicle was not injured, and there were no passengers, state police said.

Anyone with information on the shooting is asked to call Illinois State Police at 847-294-4400.

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