Six people, including two Illinois State University students, were injured in a shooting in Normal, Illinois, early Sunday morning. The incident occurred in the 700-block of Franklin Avenue, and police responded to reports of shots fired around 2:40 a.m.
Details of the Incident
Responding officers found two male juveniles, two men, and two women who had sustained gunshot wounds. All six individuals received medical treatment at local hospitals, and their injuries are reported as non-life-threatening.
The Normal Police Department, along with the Illinois State Police Crime Scene Services, are currently collecting and processing evidence related to the shooting. As of this reporting, no arrests have been made.
What’s Next?
Authorities have indicated they believe the shooting was an isolated incident. However, the investigation is ongoing, and further details regarding the circumstances leading up to the shooting remain unclear. Additional information will emerge as the investigation progresses.
Individuals with information about the shooting can too submit anonymous tips through the Normal PD mobile app or by texting NORMALPD to 847411.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time did the shooting occur?
Police responded to a report of shots fired around 2:40 a.m. Sunday morning.
Where did the shooting take place?
The shooting occurred in the 700-block of Franklin Avenue in Normal, Illinois.
Are the victims students at Illinois State University?
Two of the six individuals injured in the shooting are Illinois State University students.
As the investigation continues, what role might community involvement play in understanding the events of Sunday morning?
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