Thanks for subscribing to Block Club Chicago, an independent, 501(c)(3), journalist-run newsroom. But the next step is to figure out how to better protect kids away from schools, she said. The shooting occurred on the third day of classes for Chicago Public Schools. She said shes spoken to several parents who want the restaurant to be closed. His father, Joseph Brown, said that his son was doing fine Thursday afternoon. Police said at 2:47 p.m., four teenage boys were on the patio of the ice cream shop when a black sport-utility vehicle went by and someone inside shot them all. Moran said CPS and CPD would add security around the school this week, and that social workers and crisis counselors would be available for students traumatized by the shooting. Our number one priority is the safety of our kids," said Dep. Garcia said her daughter wasnt released until almost 4 p.m. Thank god shes safe, Garcia said. The district partnered with police and fire personnel for an active shooter drill, and CPS safety and security chief Jadine Chou said schools are ready for that type of emergency. A dark-colored SUV is believed to have been involved in the shooting, and it fled eastbound on Addison. Im kind of worried about my safety, about coming to school, Escutia said on his way to Spanish class Thursday. They should be safe coming, and while they're at school, and going home so we're going to work on keeping that, and we assure the parents that we'll be out here protecting their children.". A 15-year-old boy remains in critical condition at the hospital while three other teens are also recovering from gunshot wounds, but are expected to be OK. More than 50 parents attended the meeting and other watched over Zoom. Published: 2:47 PM MST March 1, 2023. Garcia died Wednesday after weeks in the hospital, prompting Krebs and hundreds of other East High School students on Friday to march to the Colorado Capitol to demand that state lawmakers take action to prevent . Four teenagers were shot in a drive-by attack outside an ice cream shop across the street from Schurz High School on the Northwest Side Wednesday afternoon, according to Chicago police. Some parents said they were happy to meet with school leaders, calling it productive. Kostek spoke to an employee of a family-owned taco shop across the street from the scene. Moving forward, Nieves said police patrols will be enhanced near the school during arrival and dismissal times. Email Newsroom@BlockClubChi.org. I see a kid laying down right there because he got shot in the leg," said Saul Ramirez. Four people in Chicago were injured on Wednesday during a drive-by shooting outside a high school on the city's Northwest side. The following month, a 14-year-old girl and a security guard were shot as they walked out of Phillips Academy High School in Bronzeville. Hes a good kid, everything just went south, thats all, his father said. The students seemed somber and nervous as they walked by the ice cream shop where the shooting happened and past two flashing-blue police cars into the school, De Jesus Alejandre said. The school was placed on a soft lockdown, according to a spokesperson with CPS, which delayed Wednesdays dismissal. Garcia said La Michoacana has been a sore spot for parents because fights between students break out there regularly. In a latter to. In 2019, a 17-year-old boy was shot and killed when a gunman standing on a corner near the school shot at his car. The vehicle then sped off east on Addison Street. Authorities say that four Chicago Public Schools students were shot on the patio of a business near a Northwest Side high school on Wednesday afternoon. Vianni said she was worried about her dad, who again, happened to be waiting just steps from the shooting. Lincoln Square, North Center, Irving Park reporter The other 15-year-old was shot in the back and was taken to Stroger Hospital of Cook County in good condition. Four teens shot on ice cream shop patio across from Carl Schurz High School, Police update on shooting near Carl Schurz High School, Schurz High School briefly placed on lockdown after four teens are shot nearby, Increased police presence outside Carl Schurz High School on Northwest Side after four teens shot an, STREAMING LIVE: Shooting Near Carl Schurz High School. East High School students are walking out of class Friday to demand an end to gun violence following the shooting death of one of their classmates. More activity by Lucienne It's National Volunteer Week! The police are not doing a bad job, but it's just things gotta be more tight.". Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. That's about it," said Jose Villanueva, who added he heard "roughly three" shots. Nieves called the shooting very upsetting, and assured parents that the department would concentrate on keeping children safe in or out of school. As CBS 2's Charlie De Mar reported, witnesses said they heard several shots near the ice cream shop, at 3591 N. Milwaukee Ave., and saw paramedics working on the victims near the outside patio of the shop. Chicago Tribune editors' top story picks, delivered to your inbox each afternoon. The three additional victims were taken to other hospitals in good condition: another 15-year-old boy with a back wound, a 17-year-old boy whose leg was grazed and an 18-year-old man with a leg wound. "Next thing you know, we have someone rushing toward the restaurant saying they got shot," said Jordie Lopez, who works nearby. Clickhereto support Block Clubwith atax-deductible donation. A 17-year-old boy was taken to Community First Hospital in good condition with a graze wound to the leg, and an 18-year-old boy was taken to Illinois Masonic Medical Center also in good condition with a gunshot wound to the leg. East High School students said they no longer feel safe on campus and said Denver Public Schools officials haven't responded aggressively enough to the threat gun violence following the shooting . Four teenagers were shot in a drive-by attack outside an ice cream shop across the street from Schurz High School on the Northwest Side Wednesday afternoon, according to Chicago police. Due to the privacy of those impacted, we cannot give any further details. I wish she wasnt in school right now.. In 2006, three students were shot across the street from the school. Four teenage boys were injured in the broad-daylight shooting on the patio of an ice cream shop outside the Northwest Side school, and one was left in critical condition. The district just last week unveiled new safety and security plans. "Once I heard the shots, I just tried to get down, told my wife to do the same thing," said Jose Villanueva, who was waiting for his niece outside of Schurz High School. Garcia said her daughter wasnt released until almost 4 p.m. Thank god shes safe, Garcia said. There is a Police Observation Device, or POD, camera in the area - but we're told it was not working at the time of the shooting. Its still an active investigation, said Tom Ahern, a police spokesman. Bags of chips, bottles of water, a can of soda and cans of canned cocktails were abandoned at the patio. It was not immediately certain whether the victims attend Schurz, said Chicago Police Area Five Deputy Chief Roberto Nieves. This is a pretty good area. "This is very upsetting, we understand that, we are very upset ourselves and frustrated with this," said Nieves. 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Theyre going to keep shooting here, Garcia said. RELATED: 4 hurt in Chicago shooting near Irving Park high school. A third boy, 17, was grazed in the leg and was taken to Community First Hospital, where he was in good condition. I try to talk to him about it. At around 2:45 p.m., officers responded to the area of Milwaukee. Then he learned it was his soccer teammate, 16-year-old Luis Garcia. Four teen boys were near the patio of a local business when someone in a dark SUV car drove up to the group on Addison and fired shots Nieves said. He was reportedly in good condition. Lopez said he provided aid to the victim and called 911. It happened outside outside La Michoacana ice cream shop across the street from Carl. CHICAGO (CBS) -- Video released Thursday shows teenagers running down the sidewalk after shots were fired across from Carl Schurz High School on the city's Northwest Side the day before. Moran said CPS and CPD would add security around the school this week, and that social workers and crisis counselors would be available for students traumatized by the shooting. Our thoughts are with those individuals injured in this incident.". 2023 FOX Television Stations, from SAT 8:00 PM CST until WED 4:30 AM CST, Newton County, until SUN 12:00 PM CST, Lake County, Kenosha County, from SAT 12:00 PM CST until WED 6:00 AM CST, Jasper County, from SUN 6:00 AM CST until MON 6:00 AM CST, Lake County, Newton County, is in effect, Kane County, Lake County, McHenry County, Porter County, Jasper County. Previously in 2019, Emmanuel Gallegos, a 17-year-old Northside College Prep student, was fatally shot while riding in a car near Schurz on his way to get a haircut. De Mar also spoke to a man who heard the shots as he was outside the school while waiting for his niece. CHICAGO (WLS) -- School administrators from Schurz High School and parents met Friday days after a drive-by shooting near the school injured four teenagers. In a letter to parents, Schurz Principal Heidy Moran said the shooting happened shortly before dismissal, and the school went on a brief lockdown before students were let out for the day. An employee inside the restaurant said she was working when she and a co-worker got down to the floor after hearing at least four shots ring out. An employee inside the restaurant said she was working when she and a coworker got down to the floor after hearing at least four shots ring out. CHICAGO - Four teens were shot in a drive-by attack outside an ice cream shop across the street from Schurz High School on the Northwest Side Wednesday afternoon, according to Chicago police. Moments later, the worker who didnt want to be identified heard screams outside. The three additional victims were taken to other hospitals in good condition: another 15-year-old boy with a back wound, a 17-year-old boy whose leg was grazed and an 18-year-old man with a leg wound. Police are looking for video in the neighborhood that may have captured the shooting. DENVER Students at East High School walked out Friday morning as part of a push for gun safety after the death of a 16-year-old student who was shot near . Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Resources. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us.". Schurz, at the corner of Milwaukee and Addison, went on lockdown when the shooting happened "just prior to the school's dismissal bell," according to an emailed statement from Chicago Public . He thinks the shooting was related to gangs and expects more violence. Updated: 9:10 AM MST March 3, 2023. In 2006, three students were shot across the street from the school. The shooting took place on the patio of the La Michoacana Ice Cream Shop across the street from the school at Milwaukee Avenue and Addison Street. Police said dismissal times at schools are staggered, so there were some students out of school while the majority of Schurz students were inside at the time of the shooting. Jessica Chavez walked her daughter to the gate for her fourth day at Schurz. The school is offering some mental health resources for students suffering from the trauma of this shooting. All rights reserved, Indiana State Trooper Struck and Killed by Suspect During Police Chase, Chicago FOP Lodge Reelects John Catanzara as President, New Ranking Names Most Expensive Cities In Illinois and These Chicago Suburbs Top the List, Chicago-Area Counties Under Winter Storm Advisories and Warnings, Chicago Suburb Lands on List of Happiest Places to Live,' Another Midwest City Makes Top 10, Actor Tom Sizemore, of Saving Private Ryan,' Dies at 61. The suspect was with two other males when he opened fire, Chicago police said. 2022 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. I know you must have questions and concerns, I am hosting a parent meeting on Friday. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. She said she planned to host a parent meeting Friday to discuss the incident. Two of the victims are Chicago Public Schools students, while one attends an alternative school, police said. He feels secure once hes inside the school, he added. One student who was in class and heard gunfire said it appeared to be a drive-by shooting. Chicago Police on Wednesday vowed to ramp up their presence around the school. He asked anyone with information about the shooting to contact Area 5 detectives. The teens attend Schurz and a nearby charter school, according to a Chicago Teacher Union tweet. Police say that patrols will be enhanced during arrival and dismissal times at the school beginning on Thursday. Police said a 15-year-old boy was struck in the face and neck and taken to Lurie Children's Hospital in critical condition. Meanwhile, new information from a police report obtained by the Tribune offered more details about what happened Wednesday when patrons on the patio of an ice cream shop were shot. Clickhereto support Block Clubwith atax-deductible donation. Another 15-year-old was shot in his back and taken to Stroger Hospital in good condition. Video shows horrific aftermath of shooting across from Carl Schurz High School CBS 2's Jackie Kostek also spoke to a taco shop owner who said one of the victims hid in front of his shop. A student ducks under police tape as Chicago police officers work the scene where four teenagers were shot outside La Michoacana ice cream shop in the 3600 block of North Milwaukee Avenue near Schurz High School on Aug 24, 2022. Were very upset ourselves and frustrated with this, Nieves said.