Shooting in Back of the Yards: A Zumba Instructor's Harrowing Account
Shooting Incident Overview
CHICAGO -- In a shocking incident, a shooting occurred in the Back of the Yards neighborhood after a Zumba class earlier this week. One of the victims, Zumba instructor Fernando Garza, opened up about the fear and confusion that unfolded when bullets erupted through the fitness studio at 51st and Laflin streets. The class had just concluded, and the joyous atmosphere quickly turned to panic.
Witness Account
Garza described the scene as chaotic, with people scrambling for safety as the shooting took place around 8:30 p.m. on Monday. With a hospital band still on his wrist, he bravely shared his story at the Englewood (7th) Chicago Police district, where he filed a report. The emotional toll of the event has deeply affected him and the community. As a special guest for the Mexican Independence Day class, this experience has left an indelible mark on his life.
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