Chicago Road Rage Leaves Man Hospitalized After Shooting

Chicago Road Rage Shooting: Victim Speaks from Hospital Bed A 32-year-old man, Malik Gardner, is recovering in Northwestern Memorial Hospital after being shot during a road rage incident on Lake Shore Drive in Chicago on Tuesday morning. The shooting occurred near the Grand Avenue exit. Gardner described the incident in an interview from his hospital bed, featured in a TikTok video by ABC7 Chicago. "People argue all the time in cars, why are you shooting a pistol out of your car?" Gardner questioned, expressing his disbelief at the violence. He stated that the incident began with an exchange of gestures with the other driver. The suspect, driving a black Jaguar SUV, then fired two shots, one striking Gardner in the elbow. Despite his injuries, Gardner remained calm, calling 911 while pursuing the suspect's vehicle. He was able to provide police with the suspect's license plate number. Police are currently investigating the incident, but no arrests have been made yet. Gardner is scheduled for surgery on Wednesday. His story serves as a stark reminder of the dangers of road rage and the importance of remaining calm in tense situations. The incident underscores the need for increased awareness and preventative measures to curb road violence in Chicago.