Alleged Chicago CTA train robber shot by concealed carry holder
Chicago police says offender was taken into custody
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Chicago police said Saturday that a concealed carry holder used his gun to shoot a man who allegedly had attempted to rob him on Friday afternoon while riding a CTA Green Line train.
The incident occurred in the 4700 block of West Lake Street at approximately 4:43 p.m. local time.
A 33-year-old man pulled out a gun and attempted to rob the 25-year-old male victim.
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However, the victim then produced a weapon of his own, and there was an exchange of gunfire.
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A CTA Green Line train heads east to the Chicago Loop from the Ashland station Monday, March 8, 2021. (Brian Cassella/Chicago Tribune/Tribune News Service via Getty Images)
The victim was not hit, but authorities told Fox News Digital that the offender was struck in the leg.
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He was transported to Mt. Sinai Hospital and was initially reported in fair condition.
A Chicago Transit Authority sign is seen in Chicago, Oct. 14, 2022. (Beata Zawrzel/NurPhoto via Getty Images)
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The offender was taken into custody, and charges are currently pending.
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The department said that area detectives were investigating.
Chicago police officers in the West Englewood neighborhood of Chicago on Aug. 11, 2022. (Brian Cassella/Chicago Tribune/Tribune News Service via Getty Images)
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The victim has a valid Illinois Concealed Carry License and Firearm Owner's Identification Card.