Crime
29-Year-Old Off-Duty Officer Shot by Police in North Andover
NORTH ANDOVER, MA – Authorities are investigating a shooting that occurred on the evening of June 30, 2025, in North Andover, where a 29-year-old woman sustained a gunshot wound to the chest.
According to emergency radio transmissions and on-scene observations, North Andover Police and Fire Departments were dispatched at approximately 6:22 PM following a report of a female victim with a gunshot wound.
First responders arrived on scene and quickly began administering emergency medical care.
Due to the severity of the injury, the victim was transported by ambulance to Lawrence Municipal Airport, where a MedFlight helicopter was standing by.
She was then airlifted to Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston for further treatment.
Her condition has not been publicly disclosed at this time.
Authorities have not released additional details regarding the circumstances of the shooting, including the location of the incident, possible suspects, or a motive.
The investigation is ongoing.
At this stage, all publicly available information has been compiled from official radio traffic and live scene reporting.
Updates will be provided by law enforcement as more information becomes available.
CHICAGO, IL (Cook County) — Chicago police and emergency crews responded to an officer-involved shooting following a chaotic pursuit involving a stolen ambulance from Loretto Hospital.
According to preliminary reports, officers were dispatched to the intersection of West Chicago Avenue and North Cicero Avenue after a suspect allegedly stole an ambulance from the hospital premises.
During the ensuing pursuit, the suspect reportedly struck multiple police officers with the vehicle, prompting officers to discharge their weapons.
The suspect was subsequently taken into custody at the scene.
Emergency Medical Services (EMS) have been requested for two injured officers, who were transported to a nearby medical facility for treatment.
Their conditions have not yet been released.
Authorities have secured the area, and multiple law enforcement units remain on scene as the investigation continues.
The Civilian Office of Police Accountability (COPA) has been notified and will review the incident in accordance with department policy.