CHICAGO (CBS) — A 13-year-old girl was shot Monday evening in Evanston.
Officer responded to the shooting in the 1300 block of Fowler Avenue at approximately 6:20 p.m., according to Evanston police.
Upon arrival, officers located the 13-year-old girl who suffered a gunshot wound.
She was transported to an area hospital in critical condition.
Police said an initial investigation found an unknown offender fired a gun over a fence into a backyard where several teenagers were.
Police said the 13-year-old girl was the only known injury from the shooting as of around 8:30 p.m. on Monday.
No offenders are in custody.
While there was a large police presence in the area, residents were urged to use caution.
Non-residents are advised to avoid the area.
Anyone with information about the incident is asked to contact Evanston police at 847-866-5000.
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