Chicago police are investigating a fatal stabbing that occurred early Tuesday morning in the Auburn Gresham neighborhood on the city’s Far South Side.

The incident happened just after 2:30 a.m. in the 900 block of West 78th Street. Officers responded to the scene for a well-being check and found an adult male unresponsive with multiple stab wounds. The victim was transported to a nearby hospital, where he was later pronounced dead.

Authorities have not yet released the victim’s name or age as they work to notify family members. The circumstances surrounding the attack remain unclear.

Detectives are actively investigating and have questioned a person of interest, though no details have been released about that individual’s role in the case. Police continue to seek additional information and are urging anyone with knowledge of the incident to contact Area Two Detectives at 312-747-8273, dial 911, or submit anonymous tips online at CPDtip.com.

At this time, no motive has been confirmed and no arrests have been announced. Authorities emphasize the importance of community cooperation in helping bring clarity and accountability to the case.

The investigation remains ongoing.