A 26-year‑old man was shot in the back and died after being taken to a hospital following a fatal shooting on the 2700 block of North Harding Street in Chicago’s Logan Square neighborhood. The incident occurred just before 8 p.m. on September 6, 2026, prompting an immediate response from the Chicago Police Department.
Officers were dispatched after receiving a report of gunfire in the area. Upon arrival, police found the victim lying on the street. Emergency medical personnel were called to the scene, and the man was transported to a nearby hospital for treatment. He was pronounced dead shortly thereafter. The victim’s age and the location of the shooting have been confirmed by police, but no additional personal details have been released.
The Chicago Police Department noted that shots were fired in the vicinity of North Harding Street, leading to the fatal wound. Investigators are treating the case as a homicide and are working to identify any potential suspects or witnesses. The department has not disclosed further information about the circumstances surrounding the shooting or any ongoing investigative actions. The incident adds to the recent series of violent events reported in the city, though officials have not linked this case to any broader patterns at this time.
Authorities continue to urge anyone with information about the September 6 shooting to come forward, emphasizing the importance of community assistance in solving the case. The department will release updates as the investigation progresses, and the victim’s family has been notified of the outcome.