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CrimeA shooting incident at the Endeavor Health Swedish Hospital in Chicago resulted in a lockdown of the campus, ensuring the safety of patients and staff, while two police officers were reported injured.

Chicago Hospital Locked Down Following Shooting Incident

A shooting incident at Endeavor Health Swedish Hospital in Chicago has prompted a lockdown, though authorities report no ongoing threat.

Source: AP1 min read
Chicago Hospital Locked Down Following Shooting Incident
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A shooting at Chicago's Endeavor Health Swedish Hospital on Saturday resulted in a lockdown, with initial reports indicating injuries to two police officers. Authorities later confirmed that all patients and staff are safe, and there is no current threat to the facility.

CHICAGO (AP) — A shooting incident at the Endeavor Health Swedish Hospital in Chicago on Saturday prompted the hospital's campus to be placed under lockdown. The health facility confirmed that both patients and staff are safe, and by the afternoon, there was no active threat reported. The shooting occurred around 11 a.m., leading to heightened security measures. Local news reports indicate that two police officers were injured during the incident. However, the Chicago Police Department has not provided further updates or responded to multiple inquiries regarding the situation.}

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