5-year-old shot while sitting in car in Rogers Park has died
CHICAGO (CBS)-- A 5-year-old who was shot in the head while sitting in his mother's car, on Sunday, has died.
According to the Chicago Police Department, the child, identified as Devin McGregor and a 25-year-old man were both shot when they were traveling in a vehicle in the 7600 block of North Paulina just after 5 p.m.
The child's grandfather told CBS 2 his mother had just taken him to see his father. They had just put him safely in the back seat when someone in a black Hyundai drove alongside the victims' vehicle, and someone inside started shooting.
Devin was shot in the head and taken to Lurie Children's Hospital in critical condition.
Devin's grandmother said he lost his fight in a post on a GoFundMe page raising money for medical care.
"After being in the PICU of Luries Chicago Hospital since Sunday, Devin has lost his fight," The grandmother stated in a post. "We are deeply saddened and don't have the words to express our grief."
The little boy's grandfather said the hours following the shooting are a blur.
"A baby. Kindergarten! Kindergarten! Not even first grade. Kindergarten. You know how excited these kids need to go to kindergarten? And now he has to go through this," his grandfather said.
Chicago police do not have anyone in custody. Police are seeking the public's help. You can reach the anonymous tip line at 833-408-0069, rewards up to $15,000 for tips leading to homicide charges or convictions
Devin's community is stepping up.
Through "Operation Clean," Chicago police partner with the city and volunteers to beautify neighborhoods. This week, the group happens to be in Rogers Park.
Devin's neighbors joined to give back and honor the young boy.