Chicago Police

2 killed in Chicago Loop shooting, officials say

According to the Chicago Fire Department, both victims were teens

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Chicago police are investigating after at least two people were killed in a shooting Friday afternoon in the city's Loop.

According to the Chicago Fire Department, the incident took place at 16 N. Wabash in downtown Chicago. The two shooting victims, both teens, were taken to a nearby hospital in critical conditions, CFD said.

At a press conference Friday afternoon, police said that as students were leaving Innovation High School, two vehicles pulled up and several individuals exited before firing multiple shots.

Police said the two vehicles are believed to be a dark-colored sedan and a SUV.

Two students, ages 16 and 17, were struck by gunfire and were later pronounced dead at the local hospital.

Police believe the shooting to be an isolated incident and said there is no danger in the area going forward. No one is currently in custody.

Photos and video from the scene show a heavy pedestrian and police presence, with police tape surrounding the area.

This is a developing story that will be updated as more information becomes available.

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