Man Shot At After Witnessing Catalytic Converter Theft Attempt: Police

NORTHBROOK, IL — Two male suspects, who were attempting to steal the catalytic converter from a car, shot a gun at a witness to the incident early Friday. According to the Cook County Sheriff's Office, the man was uninjured.

The incident occurred at an apartment complex in the 3600 block of Salem Walk. The apartments are located in an unincorporated area of Cook County between Northbrook and Glenview.

Police responded to a report of shots fired in the area at around 2:40 a.m. early Friday morning. During the subsequent investigation, police learned the man saw the two suspects near a vehicle in the parking lot, apparently attempting to steal the vehicle’s catalytic converter.

According to police, when the victim made eye contact with one of the male offenders, they pulled out a firearm and fired repeatedly toward the victim before both offenders fled the scene. Police found multiple shell casings at the scene.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is encouraged to contact the CCSO at 708-865-4896 or 847-635-1188.