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Man shot in Wheeling bar; Police are looking for suspects

A 24-year-old man was shot to death at a Wheeling bar early Sunday, authorities said.

Police are searching for a suspect in the shooting that occurred at the Social Bar and Grill, 401 E. Dundee Road.

Police said officers who called to the scene shortly after 2 a.m. found the victim, who was taken to Advocate Lutheran General Hospital in Park Ridge, where he was pronounced dead.

Witnesses and passersby told police the shooting followed an argument. The shooter fled the scene, police said. No other guests were reported injured.

According to police, officers and investigators are actively pursuing leads while a social services team prepares to notify the victim’s family members.

The Major Case Assistance Team supports the Wheeling Police Department’s Investigations Division. Anyone with information is asked to call (847) 459-2632.

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