3 shot at gathering in Washington Heights

A gunman opened the back door of a building and opened fire at a group inside, police said.

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Three people were shot Saturday night at a gathering in Washington Heights on the Far South Side.

A gunman opened the back door of a building about 9:40 p.m. in the 1200 block of West 103rd Street and opened fire at the group standing inside, Chicago police said.

  • A 27-year-old man was shot in both legs and taken to Christ Medical Center in Oak Lawn, where he was listed in good condition.
  • Another 27-year-old man suffered a gunshot wound to the right leg. He was taken in good condition to the same hospital.
  • A third man, 29, was taken to Roseland Community Hospital in good condition with a gunshot wound to the hand, according to police.

No arrests were reported. Area detectives are investigating.

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