One police officer dead after Chicago hospital shooting | Chicago

A police officer was killed and another was critically injured in a shooting at a Chicago hospital Saturday morning, according to NBC 5 Chicago.

The suspect, whose identity has not been publicly released, is in custody, according to Andre Vasquez, alderman for the city’s 40th ward.

In the statement made by the hospital, it was stated that the person was detained by the police when he was transferred to the emergency room of Endeavor Health Swedish hospital for treatment. social media post.

“In accordance with Endeavor Health’s public safety weapon detection protocols, this individual was handled with a wand upon arrival,” the hospital wrote.

The suspect opened fire on the officers before leaving the building. He was later arrested, according to the hospital.

Endeavor Health’s medical campus remains under quarantine due to the ongoing investigation.

One police officer was shot in the head, according to NBC News.

“This is a terrible situation all around,” says Gilbert Villegas, alderman for Chicago’s 36th ward. published on social media. “Thank you CPD for the quick response and swift action. Sending my thoughts and prayers…”

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