Six people have been shot dead and dozens injured at a fourth of July parade in a Chicago suburb. A firearm has been recovered and police are on a manhunt for the gunman who allegedly opened fire from a rooftop above the festivities. DStv403 Story here:
"At this time, two dozen people have been transported to Highland Park hospital. Six are confirmed deceased," Commander Chris O'Neil of the city's police told journalists.
The suspected shooter, who is still at large, has been described as a white male aged 18-20 with longer black hair, O'Neil said.Nancy Rotering -- the mayor of Highland Park, which is located near Chicago -- gave the same toll and condemned the holiday violence. "On a day that we came together to celebrate community and freedom, we're instead mourning the tragic loss of life and struggling with the terror that was brought upon us," she said.Multiple law enforcement agencies, including the FBI, the state police and the local sheriff's office, are assisting with the response.
Highland Park announced that all July 4 festivities had been cancelled as a result of the violence, as did nearby Evanston. "While there is no known threat to Evanston residents, the shooter is still at large; therefore, cancellations are taking place in an abundance of caution," the city said.
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