US: Police investigating shooting in Evanston, Illinois, the evening of Jan. 9

Event

Police are investigating a shooting near West Howard Street and Asbury Avenue in Evanston, Illinois, the evening of Jan. 9. Local reports indicate officers shot and apprehended an armed individual who shot a hostage in a restaurant during a standoff with the authorities. The conditions of the victim and the perpetrator are unclear. Police believe the suspect was involved in several other shootings near Kenwood on Chicago's South Side earlier the same day; reports indicate at least two fatalities in the earlier incidents.

Heightened security, as well as localized business and transport disruptions, are likely near West Howard Street and Asbury and North Western avenues in the coming hours as investigations continue.

Advice

Avoid the area until authorities give the all-clear. Allow additional time to reach destinations near the affected site. Heed instructions of the authorities.

Resources

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