Two Teens Shot, One Fatally at Douglass Park by Lifeguard

The Chicago Park District issued a statement saying: "The Chicago Park District is deeply saddened by the tragic shooting that occurred at Douglass Park. We continue to cooperate with the Chicago Police Department as they conduct their active investigation. The Park District has made the decision to close Douglass Park pool today out of care and respect for the park staff and community members impacted by yesterday's events. The District is working with the Chicago Department of Public Health to offer crisis support services to the park staff and residents of the surrounding community. In spite of this tragic event, Douglass Park remains a safe and vibrant community anchor. The fieldhouse will be open today during normal operating hours and all programs will be held as scheduled. Additional Park security and other staff will be present throughout the day. The Park District understands the gravity of this situation. We have initiated a thorough internal review to understand what happened leading up to yesterday's shooting and identify appropriate action. We are committed to supporting our staff, patrons, and the broader North Lawndale community during this difficult time. As we move forward, our focus remains on safety, and ensuring our parks continue to be places of peace, connection, and community."

Police say a lifeguard got into an altercation with the victims after he believed they were going to steal his bicycle and then allegedly fired at them.

The 14-year-old's family said he is a cousin of Laquan McDonald, who was killed by Chicago police in 2014.

Both were rushed to a hospital, but the 15-year-old later died from his injuries. No arrests have been made, and the investigation is ongoing.

The shooting occurred when a man approached two teens, ages 14 and 15, and opened fire. The 14-year-old was shot in the neck, and the 15-year-old was shot in the back.

A 15-year-old boy died after being shot at Douglass park on Thursday evening.

The Chicago Park District issued a statement saying: "The Chicago Park District is deeply saddened by the tragic shooting that occurred at Douglass Park. We continue to cooperate with the Chicago Police Department as they conduct their active investigation. The Park District has made the decision to close Douglass Park pool today out of care and respect for the park staff and community members impacted by yesterday's events. The District is working with the Chicago Department of Public Health to offer crisis support services to the park staff and residents of the surrounding community. In spite of this tragic event, Douglass Park remains a safe and vibrant community anchor. The fieldhouse will be open today during normal operating hours and all programs will be held as scheduled. Additional Park security and other staff will be present throughout the day. The Park District understands the gravity of this situation. We have initiated a thorough internal review to understand what happened leading up to yesterday's shooting and identify appropriate action. We are committed to supporting our staff, patrons, and the broader North Lawndale community during this difficult time. As we move forward, our focus remains on safety, and ensuring our parks continue to be places of peace, connection, and community."

Police say a lifeguard got into an altercation with the victims after he believed they were going to steal his bicycle and then allegedly fired at them.

The 14-year-old's family said he is a cousin of Laquan McDonald, who was killed by Chicago police in 2014.

Both were rushed to a hospital, but the 15-year-old later died from his injuries. No arrests have been made, and the investigation is ongoing.

The shooting occurred when a man approached two teens, ages 14 and 15, and opened fire. The 14-year-old was shot in the neck, and the 15-year-old was shot in the back.

A 15-year-old boy died after being shot at Douglass park on Thursday evening.

The Chicago Park District issued a statement saying: "The Chicago Park District is deeply saddened by the tragic shooting that occurred at Douglass Park. We continue to cooperate with the Chicago Police Department as they conduct their active investigation. The Park District has made the decision to close Douglass Park pool today out of care and respect for the park staff and community members impacted by yesterday's events. The District is working with the Chicago Department of Public Health to offer crisis support services to the park staff and residents of the surrounding community. In spite of this tragic event, Douglass Park remains a safe and vibrant community anchor. The fieldhouse will be open today during normal operating hours and all programs will be held as scheduled. Additional Park security and other staff will be present throughout the day. The Park District understands the gravity of this situation. We have initiated a thorough internal review to understand what happened leading up to yesterday's shooting and identify appropriate action. We are committed to supporting our staff, patrons, and the broader North Lawndale community during this difficult time. As we move forward, our focus remains on safety, and ensuring our parks continue to be places of peace, connection, and community."

Police say a lifeguard got into an altercation with the victims after he believed they were going to steal his bicycle and then allegedly fired at them.

The 14-year-old's family said he is a cousin of Laquan McDonald, who was killed by Chicago police in 2014.

Both were rushed to a hospital, but the 15-year-old later died from his injuries. No arrests have been made, and the investigation is ongoing.

The shooting occurred when a man approached two teens, ages 14 and 15, and opened fire. The 14-year-old was shot in the neck, and the 15-year-old was shot in the back.

A 15-year-old boy died after being shot at Douglass park on Thursday evening.

The Chicago Park District issued a statement saying: "The Chicago Park District is deeply saddened by the tragic shooting that occurred at Douglass Park. We continue to cooperate with the Chicago Police Department as they conduct their active investigation. The Park District has made the decision to close Douglass Park pool today out of care and respect for the park staff and community members impacted by yesterday's events. The District is working with the Chicago Department of Public Health to offer crisis support services to the park staff and residents of the surrounding community. In spite of this tragic event, Douglass Park remains a safe and vibrant community anchor. The fieldhouse will be open today during normal operating hours and all programs will be held as scheduled. Additional Park security and other staff will be present throughout the day. The Park District understands the gravity of this situation. We have initiated a thorough internal review to understand what happened leading up to yesterday's shooting and identify appropriate action. We are committed to supporting our staff, patrons, and the broader North Lawndale community during this difficult time. As we move forward, our focus remains on safety, and ensuring our parks continue to be places of peace, connection, and community."

Police say a lifeguard got into an altercation with the victims after he believed they were going to steal his bicycle and then allegedly fired at them.

The 14-year-old's family said he is a cousin of Laquan McDonald, who was killed by Chicago police in 2014.

Both were rushed to a hospital, but the 15-year-old later died from his injuries. No arrests have been made, and the investigation is ongoing.

The shooting occurred when a man approached two teens, ages 14 and 15, and opened fire. The 14-year-old was shot in the neck, and the 15-year-old was shot in the back.

A 15-year-old boy died after being shot at Douglass park on Thursday evening.

The Chicago Park District issued a statement saying: "The Chicago Park District is deeply saddened by the tragic shooting that occurred at Douglass Park. We continue to cooperate with the Chicago Police Department as they conduct their active investigation. The Park District has made the decision to close Douglass Park pool today out of care and respect for the park staff and community members impacted by yesterday's events. The District is working with the Chicago Department of Public Health to offer crisis support services to the park staff and residents of the surrounding community. In spite of this tragic event, Douglass Park remains a safe and vibrant community anchor. The fieldhouse will be open today during normal operating hours and all programs will be held as scheduled. Additional Park security and other staff will be present throughout the day. The Park District understands the gravity of this situation. We have initiated a thorough internal review to understand what happened leading up to yesterday's shooting and identify appropriate action. We are committed to supporting our staff, patrons, and the broader North Lawndale community during this difficult time. As we move forward, our focus remains on safety, and ensuring our parks continue to be places of peace, connection, and community."

Police say a lifeguard got into an altercation with the victims after he believed they were going to steal his bicycle and then allegedly fired at them.

The 14-year-old's family said he is a cousin of Laquan McDonald, who was killed by Chicago police in 2014.

Both were rushed to a hospital, but the 15-year-old later died from his injuries. No arrests have been made, and the investigation is ongoing.

The shooting occurred when a man approached two teens, ages 14 and 15, and opened fire. The 14-year-old was shot in the neck, and the 15-year-old was shot in the back.

A 15-year-old boy died after being shot at Douglass park on Thursday evening.