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News in English (USA) / 16.04.2026 / 23:00

Tragic Shooting at South Side Bus Stop Leaves One Teen Dead and Another Injured

In a heartbreaking incident on the South Side of Chicago, 16-year-old Eric Billups, a student from Hyde Park Academy, was shot and killed at a bus stop near the YMCA, marking another tragedy in the community. This shooting is the third involving Hyde Park Academy students in just a month. Police reports indicate that the incident stemmed from an earlier dispute and led to two teens being shot, one of whom was fatally injured. Authorities are continuing their investigation, and as of now, no suspects are in custody. The shooting has raised further concerns about safety in the area as it occurred in broad daylight near local schools.
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