District 4 is investigating a shooting that left a 42-year-old woman injured during a robbery on October 27 in the 800 block of Cass Ave.
Around 8:30 a.m., officers were called to a local hospital after the 42-year-old woman was privately conveyed there for treatment of a gunshot wound to her leg. The woman said around 7 a.m., she and her boyfriend, 45, were cleaning out their vehicle in the 800 block of Cass when an unknown male suspect approached them. The two said the suspect produced a firearm and announced a robbery.
The man and woman said they charged the suspect, and a struggle ensued. During the struggle, the suspect’s firearm discharged and struck the woman in the leg. The suspect fled on foot after the incident.
The woman was listed in stable condition at the hospital. The boyfriend was not injured. Neither were aware if the suspect stole anything at the time of this report. The investigation is ongoing.
Anyone with a tip about this incident who wants to remain anonymous and is interested in a possible reward for their tip can contact CrimeStoppers at 866-371-TIPS (8477).