Chicago police probe shooting at White Sox game at Guaranteed Rate Field.

Shooting Incident at White Sox Baseball Game

CHICAGO—In a shocking turn of events, two women were injured during a White Sox baseball game at Guaranteed ‍Rate Field on Friday⁢ night.

According to Chicago police, a 42-year-old ‌woman suffered a gunshot‍ wound to the leg, while a 26-year-old woman had a ⁢graze wound to her abdomen.‌ The 42-year-old woman is currently‌ in fair condition at ⁢the University of Chicago Medical Center, while the 26-year-old woman refused medical attention.

The police statement revealed that the information is still preliminary as detectives are actively investigating the incident.

“Upon receiving notification of ‌this incident, CPD responded⁣ immediately and deployed additional resources while coordinating with ‍White Sox security to maintain the safety of‌ those who were in attendance ⁢or working at the game,” stated the police. “At ⁣no time was it believed there was an active threat.”

The White Sox reported ⁢that investigators are uncertain whether the shots were fired⁢ from inside or outside the ballpark. The injuries occurred in Section 161 in ​left-center field.

“While the police continue to investigate, White Sox security confirms that ​this incident did not involve an altercation ‌of ⁣any kind,” assured the team.

“The White Sox are deeply concerned about the ‌victims and⁣ wish ⁣them a speedy recovery,”​ added the⁤ team.

Major League‍ Baseball has been in contact with the team and Chicago police but has not provided any further details regarding the incident.

The ⁣game, which ended ​in a 12–4 loss for ‌the Chicago White Sox against Oakland, had⁣ an announced crowd of 21,906. ⁤Unfortunately, the postgame concert featuring Vanilla Ice, Rob Base, ⁤and ⁤Tone Loc was canceled‍ due to ⁢“technical issues,” as stated by the team.