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Police respond to reports of shooting at Walmart store in Hammond

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Senior Reporter · Monday, November 2, 2026 at 10:23 AM · 1 min read
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Police respond to reports of shooting at Walmart store in Hammond — Oak Park Business news

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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