HIGHLAND PARK, Ill. – On Monday morning around 10 a.m., a fourth of July parade was interrupted by gunshots.
Police say that the alleged shooter, Robert “Bobby” E Crimo III, is at large and is deemed dangerous.
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According to officials, there are currently six dead and 24 hospitalized. During a press conference officials stated that the five deceased that were on the scene are adults. There is no other information on the sixth deceased. Police said that they were pronounced dead at a local hospital.
Police said that more updates will be provided on the Highland Park website. If anyone has any information about the shooter please call 1-800-CALL-FBI.
Here is the shooter’s description by officials:
Highland Park Shooter | Robert “Bobby” E Crimo III |
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Built | Small built white male |
Age | 21 |
Hair | Long and black |
Weight | 120 lbs |
Height | 5′11″ |
Clothes | Either a white or blue shirt |
Car | 2010 Silver Honda Fit |
License Plate | DM 80653 |
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