Shooting in Dolton: 1 killed, another hurt after shots fired in gymnasium, police say

DOLTON, Ill. (WLS) — One person was shot and killed inside a south suburban gym on Sunday, police said.

The shooting happened in the 1200 block of Dante Avenue, the Dolton Police Department said. One or two masked offenders entered the gymnasium, which is part of New Life Celebration of God church’s campus, and opened fire.

SEE ALSO | Chicago shooting: 6-year-old boy shot in head, man also critically hurt in Rogers Park, police say

Another person suffered a minor laceration while trying to get away, police said. They are being treated at a local hospital.

Police said they do not believe the shooting was random. There is no one in custody and police are investigating.

Police did not provide further information about the shooting.