CHICAGO — Multiple people reportedly were shot Monday morning, at least one fatally, about 10 minutes into the northern suburb’s Fourth of July parade, according to witnesses and published reports.
According to the Highland Park police Facebook page, authorities were responding to a situation in downtown Highland Park, in Lake County. The post did not specifically reference the shooting but said Fourth Fest had been canceled and asked people to “please avoid downtown Highland Park.” The Lake County Sheriff’s office also was responding and asked people to stay out of the area.
U.S. Rep. Brad Schneider and Highland Park Mayor Nancy Rotering have told reporters they believe at least one person was fatally shot.
