16-year-old boy shot on Chicago’s CTA Crimson Line

Police stated a suspect was in custody early Sunday after a 16-year-old boy was shot as soon as within the face whereas using a CTA Crimson Line practice on town’s South Aspect.

The teenager was a passenger on a southbound practice when an assailant shot him at about 2:05 a.m. close to the 100 block of West Cermak Highway, authorities stated.

Rescuers rushed the sufferer to Stroger Hospital, the place police stated he was listed in vital situation early Sunday after sustaining accidents to his eye and an ear.

Authorities stated the teenager instructed them he heard a number of gunshots however was unable to supply additional particulars. A witness, although, supplied an outline of the shooter. Officers situated a person matching the outline shortly later. Police stated additionally they situated a handgun.

Police stated costs are pending in opposition to the suspect and the investigation continues. In response to Tribune questions, CTA officers stated, “Because it all the time does, the CTA supplied (police) with any safety digital camera video to help” within the investigation.

Crimson Line service was delayed briefly however returned to regular early Sunday.

cmgutowski@chicagotribune.com