Night of Violence in Chicago: Woman Attacked at Bar, Double Homicide in Gage Park, and Fatal Crash at 71st & Pulaski
Chicago, IL – A series of violent incidents unfolded within minutes of each other on Sunday night across Chicago’s Southwest Side, leaving multiple people dead and others injured. The chaos included a brutal attack on a woman at a bar on 53rd & Kedzie, two people found dead inside a Gage Park apartment, and a fatal car crash at 71st & Pulaski. Authorities are investigating whether any of the incidents are connected.
Woman Attacked at Bar on 53rd & Kedzie
The first reported incident occurred at Just One More Sports Bar near 53rd Street and Kedzie Avenue. Witnesses say a woman was viciously attacked inside the bar, with reports indicating she may have been assaulted or stabbed. Police and emergency medical services responded to the scene, treating the woman for her injuries before transporting her to a nearby hospital. Her current condition remains unknown.
Law enforcement is still piecing together the details, including what led to the attack and whether the perpetrator has been identified or taken into custody. The bar, a known neighborhood gathering spot, was quickly shut down as police secured the scene for investigation.
Double Homicide in Gage Park Apartment
Just minutes after the bar attack, police were called to an apartment in the Gage Park neighborhood, where two people were found dead under suspicious circumstances. The apartment, located in the 5600 block of South California Avenue, became the focus of a homicide investigation as officers worked to determine the cause of death.
Authorities have not yet confirmed whether the victims were shot, stabbed, or if another form of violence led to their deaths. The Chicago Police Department is treating the case as a double homicide and is currently interviewing neighbors and reviewing surveillance footage to track any possible suspects.
The discovery of the two bodies so close in time and location to the bar attack has raised questions about whether the incidents are linked. However, police have not yet provided any official statements connecting the crimes.
Fatal Car Crash at 71st & Pulaski
As emergency responders were dealing with the bar attack and double homicide, another tragedy struck at 71st & Pulaski. A two-car crash at the busy intersection resulted in the death of a 22-year-old man, while a woman suffered critical injuries.
The crash reportedly happened when a black sedan collided with the driver’s side of a silver sedan, sending the black car careening into a light pole. The impact ejected both occupants from the vehicle, killing the male victim on the scene. The woman was rushed to Christ Hospital with severe leg injuries.
The two individuals in the silver sedan were unharmed, but police are investigating whether speed, impairment, or reckless driving played a role in the collision.
Community Shocked by Rash of Violence
The wave of violence and tragedy in such a short span of time has left residents of the Southwest Side deeply shaken. Many are calling for increased police presence and improved safety measures to curb the growing violence in the area.
“We just keep seeing crime getting worse,” said one local resident. “One minute you’re at a bar, the next minute someone’s getting attacked. Then you hear about a double murder and a deadly crash all in the same night. It’s terrifying.”
Police are urging anyone with information about any of the incidents to come forward, emphasizing that community cooperation is key to solving these cases.
Ongoing Investigations
At this time, no arrests have been made in connection with the bar attack or the double homicide in Gage Park. The Chicago Police Department is actively investigating all three incidents and is working to determine if they are related.
More updates will be provided as authorities release further details. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Chicago Police Department or submit anonymous tips through Crime Stoppers.