Police investigating early morning explosion outside Chicago alderman's home

Published
June 13, 2026
Outcome
Injured
Location
Chicago, Illinois
West 21st Street and South Damen Avenue
Incident type
Fire, Vandalism

Summary

Vehicle Fire Chicago Illinois in Chicago, Illinois: A suspected firework exploded outside Chicago Ald. Byron Sigcho‐Lopez’s home near West 21st Street and South Damen Avenue at about 12:45 a.m., damaging a window but causing no injuries. Police are investigating the incident and searching for two suspects who allegedly detonated the device before driving away.

Original reporting

Police investigating early morning explosion outside Chicago alderman's home | FOX 32 Chicago

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