In a horrifying turn of events, three women were shot at a White Sox baseball game in Chicago this past Friday with the shooting video viral
The incident has not only left fans and attendees in shock but also led to the abrupt cancellation of a ’90s-themed concert featuring Vanilla Ice, Rob Base, and Tone Loc.
Video of shooting during Chicago White Sox game goes viral on Twitter as three women are injured in the stands
CHICAGO: “2 women are recovering after a shooting at a White Sox game…” 🇺🇸pic.twitter.com/nFD7QZke6A
— The Tennessee Holler (@TheTNHoller) August 26, 2023
Here is video from the #WhiteSox on the shooting incident tonight at Guaranteed Rate Field. Look to the right of the State Farm sign, midway up Section 161. pic.twitter.com/H5CPjeta0q
— Jay Cohen (@jcohenap) August 26, 2023
According to a statement from the Chicago Police Department, two of the women are in a fair condition. A 42-year-old woman sustained a gunshot wound to her leg and was immediately rushed to the University of Chicago Medical Center. Another woman, aged 26, suffered a graze wound to her abdomen but declined medical attention. The police have initiated a thorough investigation into the incident.
“Upon receiving notification of this incident, CPD responded immediately and deployed additional resources while coordinating with White Sox security to maintain the safety of those who were in attendance or working at the game,” said the Chicago Police Department in a statement.
The uncertainty around the incident
The incident occurred during a game between the White Sox and the Oakland Athletics at Guaranteed Rate Field. However, officials remain unclear about whether the shots were fired from within the stadium or from the outside.
No altercations were reported before the shooting, adding another layer of mystery to the grim event. “It happened just two rows in front me, and there was no one in front of us. All of a sudden this lady starts bleeding from the leg,” said Tom Miller, an attendee at the game.
The aftermath and fan reactions
The unexpected turn of events led to the cancellation of the post-game concert. Fans were informed through a message displayed on the stadium screens, citing “technical issues” as the reason for the cancellation. The lack of information provided led to frustration among attendees.
“Everyone started booing, going crazy, and saying derogatory things,” recounted Rod Moyers, another game attendee. According to Moyers, some fans even refused to leave the stadium, chanting “Sell the team!” — a sentiment that originated with Oakland Athletics fans due to the team’s rumored move to Las Vegas and a poor 2022-23 season.
Moving forward
While the investigation continues, the incident has raised serious concerns about public safety at large-scale events. As the city and the nation grapple with this unsettling episode, questions about security measures and public event protocols are sure to take center stage. As we await further updates, our thoughts are with the victims and everyone affected by this shocking incident.
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