Chicago Experiences Deadly Labor Day Weekend With Multiple Shootings

Chicago experienced an extremely violent holiday weekend that claimed at least six lives. One shooting that occurred yesterday saw an 8-year-old girl killed and three others injured while sitting inside a car at a stoplight. When the light turned green, the vehicle behind them opened fire. A 30-year-old woman and a 31-year-old man are also in critical condition. A fourth woman, believed to be the girl’s mom, was also injured after their car struck another vehicle and crashed into a tree while trying to outrun the gunfire. Police believe the occupants were targeted and are currently searching for the perpetrators seen driving a Dodge Charger. This Labor Day weekend also saw at least 44 people other shot. Chicago Police Chief of Operations Brian McDermott said “We’re out there every single day doing our best to protect the citizens of the city and that’s what we’re going to continue to do.”