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East Chicago, IN – A 57-year-old man was found shot in the chest Monday night in East Chicago after a ShotSpotter alert detected 23 rounds fired near 4013 Butternut Street.
Police arrived at the scene around 10:31 p.m. and discovered the victim, a local resident, conscious and breathing. He was taken to St. Catherine Hospital in serious but stable condition.
East Chicago Police are reviewing surveillance footage to identify the shooter or shooters. Residents with information are urged to contact the Criminal Investigation Division at 219-391-8318 or submit anonymous tips at 219-391-8500.
