Suspected fireworks explosion outside Chicago alder's home investigated by CPD

Published
June 14, 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 fireworks device exploded outside the home of Chicago Ald. Byron Sigcho‐Lopez in the Pilsen neighborhood, damaging a window but causing no injuries. Two men were seen arriving in an SUV and igniting the device before fleeing the scene.

Original reporting

Suspected fireworks explosion outside Chicago alder's home investigated by CPD

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