Tragedy struck early this morning as a mass shooting on a CTA Blue Line train in Forest Park claimed four lives. Around 5:30 a.m., as the train neared the Forest Park terminal, four passengers were gunned down. Three were declared dead at the scene, while a fourth succumbed to injuries at the hospital. Authorities believe the shooting was a random act, with no known links between the shooter and the victims, who were reportedly homeless individuals seeking shelter. The suspect was apprehended later in the morning on a CTA Pink Line train, thanks to the swift response from CTA security and Forest Park Police. This devastating event underscores the urgent need for increased resources in Forest Park amidst rising emergency calls at the local train station.

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