Several streets were shut down and buses were rerouted after multiple people were shot at Mercy Hospital Monday afternoon.
The shots were fired about 3:28 p.m. near 26th Street and Michigan.
Police flooded the scene near the hospital as authorities searched for the alleged gunman, who was believed to have been shot.
Ambulances with police escorts were seen leaving the hospital.
Police asked that people avoid area.
The following closures were reported as of 5 p.m.:
Exit ramp closed
I-55 North at King Dr
Local
Reported at 4:03 p.m.
25Th St between Wabash Ave and King Drive
Reported at 3:28 p.m.
26Th St between Wabash Avenue and King Drive
Reported at 3:26 p.m.
Prairie Ave between East 26th Street and 25th St
Reported at 3:40 p.m.
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive between E 31st St and 25th St
Reported at 3:30 p.m.
Michigan Ave between 31st St and 24th Pl
Reported at 3:22 p.m.
CTA Bus Route No. 21
Due to the police activity taking place around Mercy Hospital, route #21 Cermak was temporarily rerouted eastbound. Emergency responders also requested warming buses, which are currently on the scene.
Reported at 4:06 p.m.
