It's just like the old west where a gunfight breaks out in town in the middle of the street with innocent bystanders running for their lives.

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Gunfight In The Middle Of Chicago Street

According to cbsnews.com,

Recently, a gunfight happened in the middle of a Chicago neighborhood. Just like the old west. The incident occurred near William H. Wells Community Academy High School in the West Town area. It was around 2:30 pm. Two men were walking down the street when a car pulled up and passengers started shooting at them. They fired back. Witnesses say they heard four to five shots.

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Illinois Mail Truck Caught In The Middle Of Gunfire

A postal worker was delivering mail in the area at the time. They weren't hit with any bullets but the mail truck was hit multiple times.

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Illinois School Crossing Guard Stuck In Middle Of Shoot Out

There was also a school crossing guard on duty at the time. When she heard gunshots, she immediately found a hiding spot. When the shooting stop, she saw the car speed off. The woman ran into the others involved and asked if they were okay. The suspects took off running.

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Was Anyone Hurt In The Gunfight?

Luckily, no one was shot during the gunfight. One person was sent to the hospital for other injuries. What a scary situation.

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