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Robert E. CrimoIII Detained as a person of interest related to parade shooting at Highland Park
From CNN's Jamiel Lynch
Robert E. Climo III was detained near Lake Forest, Illinois, officials said in a brief press conference shortly before 8 pm. ET.
Authorities said Klimo was discovered by North Chicago police officers who were about to initiate a traffic outage. Kurimo then fled and led an officer with a short chase before stopping at Lake Forest, Illinois.
He was successfully detained and taken to the Highland Park Police Station.
When asked, authorities said they called him an "interested person" while investigating and connecting to the scene.
The video is a gunshot as people escape from the highland park parade shooting scene.
From CNN's Amanda Jackson
Reinan Lorey, 19, when he heard a gunshot on Monday, Highland Park, Illinois. I was in his apartment overlooking the parade route. Laurie said he didn't realize it was a gunshot at first, but thought it was the sound of fireworks.
"I saw everyone looking confused and then running in horror," he told CNN. "Because I'm a photographer and videographer, my instinct was to record."
In the video recorded by Lowrey, gunshots were heard immediately and people fled the scene. You can see. The video continues to gunshot (about 20 seconds in a one minute video) and you can hear people screaming.
After finishing the recording, Raleigh went downstairs and, along with his other neighbors, said he would put people in the lobby of the building to ensure safety.
"I have never experienced this," he said. "You wouldn't expect this to happen."
He said police later searched the building of his apartment and shared the video he recorded with the authorities. ..
Watch the video:
Illinois Senator Highland Park Community
From CNN's Chuck Johnston
"My heart is aimed at families who will never meet their loved ones, and it is clear that they are Governor Pritzker and Mayor Rotelling. I am a shooter. We'll do whatever we can at the federal level to get the resources they need, not just to catch them, but to help Highland Park, "Duckworth said.
Duckworth said he was in contact with President Biden and Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mallorcas.
"This morning I woke up like most Americans, like a family of six killed to celebrate the pursuit of life, freedom, and happiness. The family no longer has the opportunity, "Duckworth said.
"No words" to relieve pain: Illinois Governor said shootings
Six people were killed in a speech on Monday night after the shooting. Illinois Governor J. B. Pritzker told the Highland Park community "there are no words" to explain the loss and sorrow felt by the families of those killed on this holiday. After a gunman fired during the July 4th parade.
"A family of six individuals woke up today and participated in a community celebration to celebrate national independence. They tonight I'm going to sleep. "He said.
"There is no word about the evil of the kind that appears at the public celebration of freedom of , hides in the roof and of the sin of . Shoot no people Assault rifle. July 4th will no longer be associated with celebrations There is no word that can be provided to to relieve family pain. It's sad , "added Pritzker.
The Governor said he spoke with President Biden, who promised federal support. He also said that Illinois would make resources available to those affected by the shooting. Law enforcement agencies are still searching for suspects and identifying those who are interested.
" It's devastating that the American celebration was torn apart by our unique American plague," Pritzker said. "On the day of liberty, , as a citizen, completely rescued one freedom that refused to support. Our companion Citizens {Freedom to Live Without 306} Daily Fear of Gun Violence. "
FBI Ask the general public to submit shooting tips and information to a new web page
CNN Josh from Campbell and Amandamsa
FBI On Monday, we established an intake platform where the public can upload digital information and tips related to deadly shootings in Highland Park, Illinois.
The FBI-Chicago requires anyone with information about a shooting incident to submit it to the following number: 1-800-CALLFBI
In addition, videos and photos can be submitted below:https://www.fbi.gov/highlandpark
FBI-Chicago According to the filming, the filming is still an active and ongoing investigation.
Police are 22-year-old Robert E. Climo III identified as interested in highland park parade shooting
from CNN's Joe Sutton
Highland Park Police Chief Lou Jogmen saididentified a person of interest, 22 years old. Robert E. Climo III is being searched for on suspicion of being involved in the shootings on July 4th this morning parade.
Kurimo has not been nominated as a suspect, and CNN is seeking more information on why police named him a person of interest.
Climo is believed to be driving the 2010 Silver Honda Fit and Illinois license platesDM80653
Many law enforcement agencies Is working to arrest him.
He is armed and considered dangerous, officials said.
Highland Park High School band and soccer team members are safe, the school district manager says
From CNN's Joe Sutton
All members of the Highland Park High School band and football team (each at the parade on July 4th this morning. Participated) is safe, a statement from the school district director.
"All members and band directors of the Highland Park High School band playing at today's event are said to be safe. Highland Park High School Soccer marching in the parade Team members are also safe. At this time, there is no information about students or staff who may have attended the event, "said Bruce Law.
At Highland Park High School, a statement states that tomorrow students and staff will have access to counselors.
"Needless to say, yet another case of gun violence caused irreparable harm and wounds ..." the law said. "Please feel free to contact me if you or anyone in your family needs to speak."
Injured victims ranged in age from 8 to 85, according to doctors
from CNN's Chuck Johnston
Catch up: Here's what you need to know about the July 4th parade shooting at Highland Park:
From CNN staff
At least6 people were killed and 20 were injured in the July 4 Independence Day shootings in Illinois. Parade at Highland Park. This is at least the 308th mass shooting in the United States this year, according to data compiled by the nonprofit organization Gun Violence Archive, which is tracking such incidents.
Highland Park police are leading the investigation, and Lake County's major criminal task force is working directly with the FBI, task force spokesman Criscoveli said at a news conference. The suspects are still numerous and are considered armed and dangerous.
As long as Manhunt continues, what we know is:
- Location:Highland Park, Illinois, located approximately 25 miles north of downtown Chicago. According to police, the shooting started about 20 minutes after the parade started.
- Suspicious shooter:Cmdr. Case commander Chris O'Neill said on Monday that the suspect was a white man between the ages of 18 and 20 with long black hair, a small physique, and wearing a white or blue T-shirt. The suspect has not been identified. Police said they looked at social media to identify the threat of the parade, but said the suspect was "cautious."
- Shooting:Sgt. Christopher Koveli, Lake County's Major Crime Task Force, said police had recovered a "powerful rifle" on the roof of a company. Police say they believe the shooter was on the roof when he fired. Coveli said it was likely that he had accessed the roof from an alley ladder. Authorities have not disclosed exactly where the building is. According to Kim Nerheim, a spokesman for the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, the firearms recovered at Highland Park after the shooting are urgently tracking who bought the weapon and where it came from.
- Victims:Five people killed during the shooting died on the scene, said Lake County coroner Jennifer Parker. She said they were all adults. She added that another person died after she was transferred to a local hospital. Coveli said the audience and parade participants seemed to have been targeted. Dr. NorthShore University Health System. A total of 26 people were taken to the hospital and 25 were injured by ammunition, BrighamTemple said. At least 19 people were treated and discharged home. Victims ranged in age from 8 to 85, Temple added.
- Witnesses:Some people who attended the parade told CNN that they initially thought the ammunition was fireworks. Zoe Pawelczak said she grabbed her father and started running when she realized something was wrong. Others explained that the scene was chaotic as people fled and evacuated.
Authorities said anyone with a photo or video from the parade when the shooting began to contact Highland Park police at 847 432-7720. I'm looking for it.
CNN's Eric Levenson, Adrienne Broaddus, Shawn Nottingham, and Brynn Gingras contributed to this post.
