Violent attack at Chicago beach involving concealed carry license holder leads to arrest

CHICAGO (WBBM NEWSRADIO) — A 17-year-old girl has been arrested after a violent attack at Chicago’s 31st Street Beach, police said.

Chicago police accused the 17-year-old of stabbing a 26-year-old woman during an argument on Saturday night.

It happened shortly after 11:30 p.m. at South Fort Dearborn Drive. According to police, the teen took a sharp object and stabbed the woman in her right arm.

The 26-year-old woman, a valid Concealed Carry License and Firearm Owner’s Identification cardholder, then shot the teen in the left shoulder.

They were both transported to hospitals in good condition.

Saturday’s attack was the latest in a string of shootings that have prompted aldermen to crack down on violence near 31st Street Beach.