Car-borne assailants open fire on crowd in USA’s Chicago, injuring more than 12

A shocking shooting incident in Chicago has once again highlighted America's ongoing gun violence crisis. Late on Friday night, unidentified assailants opened indiscriminate fire on a crowd gathered on a street, leaving 12 people injured and creating panic across the area.

According to reports, a suspicious SUV suddenly stopped near a group of people. Moments later, two armed individuals inside the vehicle began firing repeatedly into the crowd without warning. The sudden attack left people scrambling for safety as chaos unfolded on the street.

Authorities said that 12 people sustained gunshot injuries, including eight men and four women between the ages of 17 and 47. Emergency responders and police teams rushed to the scene soon after receiving reports of the shooting. The injured were transported to multiple hospitals for treatment.

Doctors have reported that two male victims remain in critical condition and are fighting for their lives. The remaining victims are receiving medical care for their injuries.

Police have sealed off the area and launched an intensive investigation. Officers are reviewing CCTV footage and searching for the SUV used in the attack. The motive behind the shooting remains unclear, and no arrests have been announced so far.

The incident has once again raised concerns over gun violence and public safety in the United States, where mass shootings continue to occur despite ongoing debates over gun control measures.