Gunfire erupts outside Near West Side White Castle, claiming two lives and injuring one.
At approximately 1:20 p.m. Tuesday, three males were inside a vehicle at 2356 W. Roosevelt Road when they were approached by three gunmen, who opened fire into the vehicle. The car caught fire in the ensuing chaos, leaving not only destruction but also two men dead, identified as a 35-year-old and a 48-year-old.
A fourth male, 44 years old, suffered non-life-threatening injuries and was rushed to Stroger Hospital for treatment.
Eyewitnesses described the scene as chaotic, with gunfire echoing through the air. The assailants fled the scene, leaving authorities to search for suspects and scour for any potential evidence.
A woman who answered a reporter's phone at the establishment hung up on them, raising questions about whether the establishment was aware of or involved in the incident. The motive behind the shooting remains unclear, with police investigating potential connections to local gang activity.
As a result, the CTA temporarily rerouted #12 Roosevelt buses in both directions due to police activity near Roosevelt/Western. Westbound buses operated via a detour involving Roosevelt, Damen, Taylor, and Western before resuming their regular route on Roosevelt.
With the investigation underway, police are urging anyone with information about the shooting to come forward. The community is left shaken by this senseless act of violence, leaving many questions unanswered.
At approximately 1:20 p.m. Tuesday, three males were inside a vehicle at 2356 W. Roosevelt Road when they were approached by three gunmen, who opened fire into the vehicle. The car caught fire in the ensuing chaos, leaving not only destruction but also two men dead, identified as a 35-year-old and a 48-year-old.
A fourth male, 44 years old, suffered non-life-threatening injuries and was rushed to Stroger Hospital for treatment.
Eyewitnesses described the scene as chaotic, with gunfire echoing through the air. The assailants fled the scene, leaving authorities to search for suspects and scour for any potential evidence.
A woman who answered a reporter's phone at the establishment hung up on them, raising questions about whether the establishment was aware of or involved in the incident. The motive behind the shooting remains unclear, with police investigating potential connections to local gang activity.
As a result, the CTA temporarily rerouted #12 Roosevelt buses in both directions due to police activity near Roosevelt/Western. Westbound buses operated via a detour involving Roosevelt, Damen, Taylor, and Western before resuming their regular route on Roosevelt.
With the investigation underway, police are urging anyone with information about the shooting to come forward. The community is left shaken by this senseless act of violence, leaving many questions unanswered.
... I mean, it's just so senseless and stupid, but at the same time, it's kinda weird that nobody seemed to have been able to stop the shooters from doing their thing... I know, I know, it sounds crazy, but hear me out - maybe they were really quick or had some sort of plan, who knows? 
And what's up with the lady who hung up on the reporter? Was she just trying to protect her business or was something more going on there? 
The police are looking into potential connections to local gang activity, but I'm not sure if that's really worth it... some people might say it's just a bunch of hooey, and I'm like, "you know what?"... maybe it is, maybe it's not. 
. I'm just so tired of these mass shootings and the fact that they always seem to happen at popular spots like White Castle. It's like people are looking for a way to make headlines rather than actually solving their problems.
. I mean, come on, if you saw something, speak up! It's not like it's going to be all over social media tomorrow and then forgotten next week.
. We need real answers and real action. This senseless violence has got to stop! 
it's like the universe is constantly reminding us that our lives are but a fleeting moment, a whisper in the wind. these two young men, their lives cut short by the whims of fate... what was the purpose of their existence? were they just mere statistics, or did they leave behind a ripple effect that will be felt for years to come? and what about the community, left shaken and wondering why this had to happen in their backyard? 
the search for answers is a never-ending journey, one that requires patience, empathy, and understanding... but even in the face of such tragedy, we must hold onto hope, onto the knowledge that there is more to life than this brief moment of chaos 
Two people are dead and another is hurt, it's just devastating. 
. I don't know about this place being aware or involved in the incident, but it's definitely raising some red flags 
. Come on, let's get to the bottom of this and make sure justice is served! 
. It's so sad that a place where people should be able to get food and hang out peacefully turned into a war zone 
. And seriously, who calls a reporter from a White Castle and just hangs up? 
It's like they're expecting it or something! I don't get why we can't have a discussion about the fact that there are more guns on the streets than ever before without some genius coming along and shooting up a bunch of innocent people. Can't we just focus on finding solutions instead of blaming everyone else? Like, what's the point of all these "gun-free zones" if they're just gonna be targeted anyway? 
. I mean, I guess it's not like White Castle is some high-end restaurant or anything... they're just trying to make a living 
. two lives lost, one injured... totally random act of violence 
. hopefully whoever knows something comes forward to help the cops figure out what happened 
. I mean, two people dead and one injured... it's just not right. And what's up with the woman hanging up on that reporter? Did she know something or was she trying to cover it up? 
The fact that a woman at the White Castle seemed hesitant to cooperate with authorities raises further concerns about the establishment's involvement or awareness of the incident. As we move forward in this investigation, it's vital that we prioritize transparency, empathy, and understanding. 
and I saw these super adorable penguins waddling around. And I'm thinking, what's up with their little tuxedos? Like, who designed those things for them? Did they have a fashion show or something? 
. I mean, have you seen those documentaries on gang activity? It's crazy how things can spiral out of control 
.
. Wonder if that White Castle had some security cameras or not 
, would've helped catch those guys. Anyway, my heart goes out to the victims and their loved ones 
gotta stay safe out here 
and whats up with the woman on the phone who hung up on the reporter like was she involved in it or something? 
police need to get to the bottom of this ASAP