Chicago police are investigating after a toddler suffered a gunshot wound to the face on Tuesday night.
According to authorities, the shooting was reported in the 11800 block of South LaSalle at approximately 8:18 p.m.
A 32-year-old woman told police she heard a loud noise, and found the 2-year-old boy after he had suffered a gunshot wound to the face.
The boy was taken to an area hospital in critical condition, police said.
A firearm was recovered at the scene, and the woman was taken to an area police station. It is unclear if charges will be filed, and an investigation remains underway.
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