The aftermath of Monday’s parade shooting in Highland Park, Illinois.Photo: TANNEN MAURY/EPA-EFE/Shutterstock

Mandatory Credit: Photo by TANNEN MAURY/EPA-EFE/Shutterstock (13017697o) Law enforcement officers investigate the scene of a mass shooting at a 4th of July celebration and parade in Highland Park, Illinois, USA, 04 July 2022. A gunman opened fire as people gathered to watch a Fourth of July parade in Highland Park, Illinois, killing at least six people and injuring dozens. Highland Park, Illinois, USA 4th of July parade shooting - 04 Jul 2022

The man accused of killing seven people and injuring at least 24 others at a Fourth of July parade in Highland Park, Illinois, has been officially charged.

Rinehart added that “dozens more charges” against Crimo will follow “centering around each of the victims” such as attempted murder and aggravated battery charges.

If found guilty, Crimo could face a mandatory life sentence with no chance of parole, Rinehart said.

He added that Crimo is set for a court appearance on Wednesday morning; prosecutors will ask a judge to keep him in jail with no bail.

Five people died on the scene, while another died after being transported to the hospital, Lake County Coroner Jennifer Banek said in apress conference Monday. Those deceased on the scene were adults, Banek said, while authorities said at least one person taken to the hospital with critical injuries was a child.

Robert Crimo.HIGHLAND PARK POLICE

Person of Interest Identified in Highland Park (IL) Fourth of July Parade Shooting July 4, 2022, 5:12 PM – Investigators from the City of Highland Park Police Department, the FBI, the Lake County Major Crime Task Force and law enforcement agencies throughout the area have been working tirelessly on the investigation of the active shooter at the Highland Park (IL) Fourth of July Parade. Through law enforcement partnerships and community information and leads, a person of interest has been identified as Robert (Bobby) E. Crimo III. He is twenty-two years old. He is believed to be driving a 2010 Silver Honda Fit, IL Lic. Plate DM 80653. A photograph is included below. Numerous federal, State and local law enforcement agencies working on apprehending this person of interest. Investigators continue to receive tips from the public and law enforcement partners, and will follow up on all of them. Individuals who have information to share with police, are urged to contact 1-800-CALL-FBI. The City of Highland Park extends its deepest condolences to the loved ones of those who were impacted by the horrific incident in our community. Further information regarding this investigation will be posted to cityhpil.com as available, and law enforcement will continue to provide regular briefings to the public. Person of Interest: Robert (Bobby) E. Crimo III

During a press conferenceearly Tuesday, authorities said the high-powered rifle used in the shooting had been purchased legally. Crimo allegedly climbed a fire escape to access the roof of a building, and then allegedly fired off more than 70 rounds during the assault.

“During the attack, [he] was dressed in women’s clothing and investigators do believe he did this to conceal his facial tattoos and his identity and help him during the escape,” Lake County Major Crime Task Force spokesman Chris Covelli told reporters.

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The alleged shooter was spotted in North Chicago. Police attempted a traffic stop, Covelli said. The man fled. After a brief chase, police stopped him in Lake Forest, where he was taken into custody without incident.

The investigation is ongoing.

source: people.com