At least 5 shot in the Loop, alderman says; at least 2 shot on State Street, sources say

CHICAGO (WLS) — At least five people were shot Friday night in the Loop, according to a Chicago alderman.

There was a large Chicago police presence in the 100 block of North State Street, where at least two people were shot just before 10 p.m., sources said.

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The shooting happened during a very busy night downtown, after the city held its official Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony.

The reports of gunfire were right outside ABC7’s State Street studios.

ABC7 crews saw people down on the ground in the street, but their conditions were unknown, and ABC7 heard the gunshots from the newsroom.

Chicago police are investigating. Sources confirmed at least two people were shot on State Street.

Alderman Brian Hopkins of the 2nd Ward posted the following to social media late Friday:
“300 juveniles rioting in the Loop now, at least 5 victims shot, one critical with life threatening gunshot wound to torso. Multiple police officers attacked and injured with mace and stun guns, at least one PO hospitalized.”

ABC7 will bring any updated information as soon as it is available.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates.