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Police have charged a 21-year-old Chicago man with murder, two counts of attempted murder, plus 6 additional felonies saying he's responsible for the home invasion Sunday morning that resulted in the death of an 18-year-old girl and left a 19-year-old male hospitalized.
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The incident occurred around 9:00 p.m. in the South Loop neighborhood, reportedly at the Ping Tom Memorial Park which runs along the south branch of the Chicago river.
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Authorities are still unsure if this was a targeted hit or if it stemmed from an argument.
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Both victims were shot in the face early this morning. The boy remains in serious condition while the girl has been pronounced.
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A spokesman for the Cook County Sheriff's Office said the man will have a comprehensive medical, mental health, and security assessment. A routine process.
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Kailo Harris-Caldwell was taken into custody shortly after the shooting and was charged with two counts of attempted murder, one felony count of possession of a controlled substance, and a misdemeanor count of possession of cannabis.