Last minute: It was reported that many people were shot in the gun attack during the Independence Day celebrations in the US state of Illinois.
THEY ESCAPE WITH PANIC
Independence Day celebrations in Highland Park, Illinois, USA, were covered in blood. About 10 minutes after the start of the event, many gunshots were heard and those in the area began to flee in panic. After the gunfire, a large number of police teams were dispatched to the region. While the local press stated that at least 3 people were shot, eyewitnesses claimed that they heard at least 20 gunshots.
CALL “Stay Away”
Highland Park Mayor Nancy Rotering announced on her social media account that the Independence Day celebrations in Highland Park were canceled and said, “Highland Park police are responding to an incident in downtown Highland Park. The festival has been cancelled. Please stay away from the city centre.