The shooting occurred in the wealthy Chicago suburb of Highland Park.
The shooting occurred during an Independence Day parade the wealthy Chicago suburb of Highland Park.Police launched a manhunt for the suspect, described as a white male, about 18-20 years old.
Local police said they are working with state and federal law enforcement officials to track down the suspect, described at a press conference on Monday as white male, about 18-20 years old with a small build and long black hair. "Jill and I are shocked by the senseless gun violence that has yet again brought grief to an American community on this Independence Day," Biden said in a written statement.
FBI officers arrive at the scene of the Fourth of July parade shooting in Highland Park, Illinois, on July 4, 2022."Law enforcement agencies are searching for the suspect; evidence of a firearm has been recovered," the city of Highland Park said on its website. "Numerous law enforcement officers are responding and have secured a perimeter around downtown Highland Park.
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