CHICAGO — A citywide manhunt is underway as authorities search for Glenn Rhymes, a former Aramark employee accused of shooting two individuals, including a co-worker, hours after his release from custody following an earlier incident involving a firearm at UI Health. The case has raised significant concerns about public safety, security protocols, and the criminal justice process in Chicago.

**Initial Incident: Armed Threat at UI Health
On Monday morning, July 21, 2025, a tense confrontation unfolded in the lobby of the Outpatient Care Center (OCC) South Tower at UI Health, located at 1801 W. Taylor St. Glenn Rhymes, a contracted Aramark foodservice worker, allegedly engaged in a verbal altercation with a patient. During the dispute, Rhymes reportedly brandished a handgun and made threatening remarks.
UI Health Security and University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC) Police responded swiftly, detaining Rhymes and confiscating his firearm. No shots were fired, and no injuries were reported during the hospital incident. Rhymes was charged with three misdemeanor offenses: disorderly conduct, aggravated assault with a firearm, and concealed carry in a prohibited place. His Firearm Owner’s Identification (FOID) card was also revoked, prohibiting him from legally possessing firearms. Despite these charges, Rhymes was released from custody pending a court date.

**Escalation: Double Shooting in South Austin
Hours after his release on Monday, Rhymes allegedly committed a more violent act. Authorities say he went to a residence in the South Austin neighborhood, on Lavergne Avenue, where he shot two people, one of whom was another Aramark employee. The victims included a 39-year-old man, shot multiple times, and a woman who was grazed by a bullet. Both were taken to a nearby hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Neither victim saw the shooter, but police sources indicate Rhymes later went live on social media, claiming responsibility for the shooting and expressing anger toward law enforcement.

The Chicago Police Department (CPD) is leading the investigation into the double shooting, though they have not officially confirmed Rhymes as the suspect in this incident. Authorities believe more than one firearm may have been used in the shooting, none of which were the weapon confiscated at UI Health.

**Manhunt and Heightened Security
As of Wednesday, July 23, 2025, Glenn Rhymes remains at large, prompting a multi-agency manhunt across Chicago. UIC Police have increased security measures at UI Health, tightening access to facilities and posting additional officers on campus out of concern that Rhymes may return. Aramark has confirmed that Rhymes is no longer employed by the company and is cooperating fully with law enforcement.

The rapid escalation from a hospital confrontation to a shooting has sparked public outcry and questions about the decision to release Rhymes after the initial incident. The case has reignited debates over firearm access, risk assessment in the judicial process, and the effectiveness of misdemeanor charges in preventing further violence.

**Public Safety Advisory
Authorities describe Rhymes as armed and dangerous and urge the public not to approach him. Anyone with information about his whereabouts is asked to contact UIC Police at 312-355-5555 or call 911 to alert Chicago Police.

UI Health issued a statement emphasizing their commitment to safety: “We are deeply troubled by these events and are working closely with law enforcement to ensure the safety of our patients, staff, and visitors. Enhanced security measures remain in place across our facilities.”

The investigation remains ongoing as police continue their search for Rhymes and work to clarify details surrounding the double shooting.