ByABC7 Chicago Digital Team 
Saturday, May 16, 2026 1:22PM
CHICAGO (WLS) — A suspect has been charged with stabbing and seriously injuring a man in the Loop on Thursday night, Chicago police said on Saturday.
Police said the attack happened near State and Randolph streets around 9:15 p.m. Officers could be seen investigating outside of the Walgreens there.
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A 26-year-old man approached a group of males outside and began arguing with them, police said.
Police said 36-year-old Alejandro Tellez took out a sharp object and stabbed the 25-year-old in the back.
The victim was transported to Northwestern Hospital in serious condition.
Police took Tellez into custody. He is charged with first-degree attempted murder and aggravated battery.
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