Homeowner Shot Overnight in Morton Grove While Trying to Stop Car From Being Broken Into, Police Chief Issues Statement

Morton Grove man shot while trying to stop burglars from breaking into his vehicle: police

A shooting in Morton Grove, Illinois left a man injured in the 7300-block of Palma Lane Sunday. Police said he was trying to stop a vehicle burglary.

Homeowner shot overnight in Morton Grove while trying to stop car from being broken into, police chief issues statement

Morton Grove Police Chief Michael Weitzel issued a statement on social media Sunday morning regarding an overnight incident in the north suburb in which police say a homeowner was shot while trying to stop his car from being broken into.

Morton Grove Man Shot by Vehicle Burglars While Defending His Property on Palma Lane Near Golf Rd and Harlem Ave

Morton Grove police officers responded about 2:44 a.m., Sunday, January 25, 2026 to a report of shots fired related to a motor vehicle burglary in the block of 7300 block of Palma Lane in Morton Grove. Morton Grove Police officers responded with Niles Police officers, and quickly confirmed the ar