A U.S. Postal Service letter carrier in Chicago was shot on Friday morning in the 12100 block of Harvard Avenue. The incident took place before noon, and details about the victim or any potential arrests have not yet been made public.
Aerial footage from a news outlet shows a postal van near crime scene tape, indicating the location of the shooting. The U.S. Postal Inspection Service confirmed that postal inspectors have responded to the incident. They are collaborating with law enforcement partners, including the Chicago Police Department, to investigate the shooting.
As of now, the circumstances surrounding the shooting and the motive behind it remain unclear. The safety and well-being of postal workers are of utmost importance, and incidents like these serve as a reminder of the risks they face while carrying out their duties.
Authorities are working diligently to gather more information and ensure that the perpetrator is brought to justice. The community is urged to come forward with any relevant details that could assist in the investigation.
