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Police respond to reports of shooting at Walmart store in Hammond
Carlos Ramirez
Carlos Ramirez
Senior Reporter · Chicago, IL
Carlos Ramirez has a knack for uncovering the trends shaping Chicago's economy. After earning his Bachelor's degree in Business Journalism from DePaul University, he spent five years at Crain's Chicago Business, where he reported on startups and financial districts.
More from Carlos →Senior Reporter · Monday, November 2, 2026 at 10:23 AM · 1 min read
Police in Hammond Monday morning were responding after reports of a shooting at a Walmart store. The Hammond Police Department confirmed to NBC Chicago officers responded to a Walmart Supercenter store, at 1100 5th Avenue. The Hammond Fire Department also responded, a spokesperson said. The Lake County Coroner was also at the scene. Video posted to social media showed multiple police cars in the parking lot of the store. No further details were provided. This story will be updated as more information becomes available.
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