CHICAGO (CBS) — Four people were killed in a mass shooting on a Blue Line train in Forest Park on Monday morning.
According to Forest Park police, the four victims were shot on a westbound train at 711 Desplaines Ave. shortly before 5:30 a.m.
Police said three victims were found dead at the scene. A fourth victim was taken to a local hospital and pronounced dead.
CTA security and Forest Park Police located the offender using surveillance video. The suspect was located on a CTA Pink Line Train and taken into custody. A weapon was recovered.
Blue Line service has been temporarily suspended between Forest Park and Austin. Shuttle buses will be available and CTA trains will operate between O’Hare and Austin.
CTA issued the following statement:
“Although this was an isolated incident, this heinous and egregious act of violence should never have occurred, none the less on a public transit train.
“As soon as this matter was reported, CTA immediately deployed resources to assist the Forest Park Police in their investigation into the matter, including review of all possible security camera footage, which proved to be vital in aiding local enforcement.
“We commend both the Forest Park Police Department for their thorough and collaborative efforts to provide information to partner agencies; as well as the Chicago Police Department whose quick actions led to the apprehension of a suspect in this matter.
“CTA will continue to work with local law enforcement as part of this ongoing investigation.”
This is a developing story. Please check back for new updates.
