Chicago police report a 15-year-old was shot and killed in Little
Village. The teen was taken to Mt. Sinai Hospital, where he later died. No
arrests made.
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Chicago, IL – A 15-year-old boy was shot and killed in Chicago’s Little
Village neighborhood on Wednesday night, according to local police.
The victim, identified as Benjamin Ortega, was shot in the abdomen
around 9 p.m. while on the 2400 block of South Trumbull Avenue. Ortega managed
to transport himself to Mt. Sinai Hospital, where he was initially listed in
serious condition. He was later pronounced dead.
Authorities have not taken anyone into custody, and the investigation
remains ongoing.
This tragic incident is part of a growing concern over gun violence in
Chicago, particularly affecting young residents. Community leaders are calling
for increased safety measures and resources to prevent further violence.