A shooting at the Independence Day Parade in Highland Park, Illinois left 26 dead and 6 others hospitalized.
According to local police, the suspect is white and between 18-20 years of age. A manhunt is underway for the suspect, who also reportedly has long black hair, a small build, and is wearing a white or blue t-shirt, WGN News’ Dan Ponce reported.
Suspect is an 18-20 year old white man with long dark hair and thin build. He wears a white T-shirt.
— Dan Ponce (@DanPonceTV) July 4, 2022
The firearm of the victim was recovered by police at the crime scene. CBS Chicago reported that the authorities continue to ask people for shelter.
HIGHLAND PARK MASS HOOOTING: Police ask locals to take refuge in the area as shooter remains at large
The man is described as white, between 18 and 20 years of age, with black hair and wearing a blue t-shirt.
Six confirmed deaths @cbschicago https://t.co/CCtnDgpZiU
— Marissa Parra (@MarParNews) July 4, 2022
RedState previously reported that Highland Park was a richer suburb of Chicago and is therefore not a typical place for gang violence.
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