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Chicago hospital shooting triggers lockdown as police report injuries

International
Published on 25 April 2026
Chicago hospital shooting triggers lockdown as police report injuries

Police officers were hurt, but authorities stayed quiet

A shooting at Endeavour Health Swedish Hospital in Chicago led to an immediate lockdown on Saturday. Authorities later said patients and staff were safe and there was no active threat by midafternoon. However, local reports indicated two police officers were injured. The incident occurred around 11 am, and officials have not yet released further details.

  • Chicago’s Endeavour Health Swedish Hospital went into lockdown after shots fired
  • Patients and staff were reported safe by midafternoon
  • Local reports say two police officers were injured
  • Authorities have yet to share more information about motives or suspects
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