CHICAGO (WBBM NEWSRADIO) -- Protests in west suburban Cicero turned deadly Monday evening.
Two people were killed amid violence in Cicero, according to town spokesman Ray Hanania.
Hanania said someone fatally shot the pair near 50th and Cermak. Police have arrested three suspects in that case, and at least 57 others in other violence.
“Outside agitators shot at least two people near 50th Street and Cermak Road,” Hanania said. “But police apprehended the three suspects involved in the shooting. These were outside agitators who were driving through Cicero seeking to cause trouble.”
Hanania is calling those responsible for the shooting and looting "outside agitators" that came in from Chicago and other areas.
"The only shots fired have been by these outside agitators and looters who are not Cicero residents," he said.
The identities of the people who were killed have not yet been released. No further information was provided.
Cicero will continue to not impose a curfew, because it will draw away much needed police resources.
Hanania said officials are “urging the public to be vigilant and to stay in their homes” and avoid large groups. If needed, residents are urged to call 911 and let police handle confrontations.