Chicago police concluded a prolonged standoff in the Logan Square neighborhood, which began on Monday afternoon and extended into the early hours of Tuesday. The standoff took place on the 3400 block of West Wrightwood Avenue. The police department’s SWAT team responded following an emergency call received before noon on Monday.
This block is notable as it is where former Mayor Lori Lightfoot resides. However, a spokesperson confirmed her safety and clarified that the incident does not involve her. Fortunately, there have been no reports of injuries in the area.
A witness reported that police consistently tried to communicate with a man in the targeted building, urging him to lower a rifle from a window. Further details are expected to be released by Chicago police later.