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Woman killed, toddler among 3 others wounded in Auburn Gresham shooting

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A woman has died and at least three others, including a toddler, were injured in a shooting in Chicago's Auburn Gresham neighborhood on Wednesday.

According to Chicago police, the shooting occurred just after 3 p.m. in the 1200 block of West 81st Street.

The victims were standing on a sidewalk when a group of assailants pulled up in a black vehicle, got out, and opened fire. They then fled the scene in that vehicle.

A 23-year-old woman was shot multiple times, and was taken to an area hospital in critical condition. She was later pronounced dead, police said.

A 2-year-old boy was also shot in the foot, and was transported to an area hospital in good condition, police said.

A 29-year-old man was shot in the foot, and was listed in good condition, while a 62-year-old man was shot in the back.

Police say that man's condition has stabilized, but did not provide any other details.

No suspects are currently in custody, and an investigation remains underway.

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