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Lanes Reopen After Person Shot On Dan Ryan Expressway

By Mary Chappell

CHICAGO (CBS) — A person was shot on the Dan Ryan Expressway Saturday night, authorities said.

Illinois State Police responded after the gunshot victim arrived at a local hospital for treatment. Authorities said the victim had serious injuries.

State troopers shut down northbound lanes and diverted traffic on the Dan Ryan near 71st Street to investigate. All lanes were reopened at about 4:08 a.m.

Illinois State Police has responded to 172 expressway shootings since Jan. 1, 14 of which have been fatalities.

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