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Chicago alderman calls for independent investigation into fatal shooting involving off-duty FBI agent
By Nick Martinez
Chicago shooting involving federal agents leaves 1 dead, officials say
Marcus Chen
Marcus Chen
Managing Editor · St. Paul, MN
Marcus manages the day-to-day editorial workflow across all brands, coordinating coverage assignments and ensuring editorial standards are met. He previously served as city editor at the Pioneer Press and holds a degree in Political Science from Carleton College.
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A man has died following a shooting Monday in Chicago that involved federal agents, according to authorities.Fatal Chicago shooting involving fedsThe shooting happened near West 18th Street and South Union Avenue in the Pilsen neighborhood, the FBI’s Chicago Field Office confirmed.Chicago police said officers responded to the shooting in the 1700 block of South Union Avenue. The department’s Investigative Response Team was on scene to document the incident.The Chicago Fire Department said one person was taken to the hospital. The Cook County Medical Examiner’s Office confirmed a man had died.The FBI said its Inspection Division is reviewing the incident in accordance with agency policy."The FBI takes all shooting incidents involving our agents or task force members seriously," the agency said.Illinois State Police said their officers were at the scene helping with traffic control.Authorities have not released information about what led to the shooting or identified the man.Federal offi
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