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Chicago Mass Shooting Suspect, Romeo Nance, Found Dead After Fleeing to Texas

JOLIET, Ill. – A 23-year-old man related to most of the victims, shot and killed eight people in suburban Chicago over the weekend, authorities said on Tuesday. The suspected shooter, Romeo Nance, fatally shot himself during a confrontation with law enforcement in Texas. Authorities provided a clearer timeline of the shootings on Tuesday, revealing that all eight people killed and a ninth person wounded were shot on Sunday. There is no evidence of a motive …

DOJ Report Reveals Critical Errors in Response to Mass Shooting at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde Texas

RENO, Nev. – After the release of the Department of Justice Report on the mass shooting at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas in May of 2022, Carson City Sheriff Ken Furlong expressed his disappointment with the findings. The report revealed critical shortcomings in the law enforcement response to the tragic event. According to the report, law enforcement initially labeled the incident as a barricaded subject instead of an active shooter, which resulted in delays …

Mass Murder Suspect Romeo Nance Kills 8 in Joliet Massacre Before Committing Suicide in Texas

Joliet, Illinois – Authorities in Joliet, Illinois, believe Romeo Nance, the suspect in a mass murder case, is responsible for killing eight people, including two teenage girls, before taking his own life. The grisly crime spree took place on Sunday, and police discovered the victims the following day. The shocking incident has left the community reeling and law enforcement grappling with the aftermath. Joliet Police Chief Bill Evans stated that Nance, 23, is suspected of …

Joliet Mass Shooter Found Dead in Texas After Confrontation with Police

Natalia, Texas – A suspect in the fatal shooting of eight people in the Joliet area was found by federal authorities in Texas, where he died by suicide following a confrontation with police. Identified as 23-year-old Romeo Nance, he was located by agents from the U.S. Marshals’ Office near Natalia, which is approximately 30 miles southwest of San Antonio, at 8:30 p.m. on Monday. Joliet police had been searching for Nance after the discovery of …

Mass Murderer Wanted in Connection to Joliet Shootings Found Dead in Texas

Joliet, Illinois – A manhunt for 23-year-old Romeo Nance ended tragically when he was found dead in Texas on Monday, after a series of fatal shootings across four different locations in Joliet, approximately 50 km from Chicago. ABC 7 Chicago reported that US Marshals found Nance with a self-inflicted gunshot wound near Natalia, Texas. Earlier on Sunday, Nance had been identified as a suspect in two separate shootings in Joliet, one of which resulted in …

Joliet Manhunt Ends with Suspect Dead from Self-Inflicted Gunshot Wound in Texas

Joliet, Illinois – A manhunt ensued in Joliet after seven people were shot and killed on the West Side. The suspected gunman, 23-year-old Romeo Nance, was sought by law enforcement, who described him as “armed and dangerous.” Nance was believed to be driving a red Toyota Camry with the license plate Q730412. Authorities issued a public appeal for information and urged anyone who sees Nance to call 911 immediately. Law enforcement agencies, including the FBI’s …

Texas Lawmakers Debate Gun Regulations After Uvalde School Shooting

UVALDE, Texas – In the aftermath of the tragic mass shooting at Robb Elementary School on May 24, 2022, in Uvalde, Texas, the state has implemented several changes to enhance school safety and security. However, some lawmakers argue that these measures are inadequate. One of the key changes includes improved active shooting training for law enforcement officers, with an emphasis on single officer response, to accommodate smaller departments in rural communities. Additionally, thousands of school …

Texas Man Kills Parents and Four Others in Daylong Trail of Violence Across San Antonio and Austin

AUSTIN, Texas – A Texas man is facing charges of capital murder after a violent rampage that left six people dead and two police officers wounded. Shane James, 34, of San Antonio, is accused of killing his parents and four others in a daylong trail of violence stretching from San Antonio to Austin that began on Tuesday morning. The attacks ended with James crashing his car during a police pursuit that evening. Authorities revealed that …

Potential Lawsuits Looming After Downtown Hotel Explosion in North Texas

DALLAS, TEXAS – North Texas attorneys are preparing for multiple lawsuits in the aftermath of a downtown hotel explosion. The incident has left investigators working tirelessly to determine whether a gas leak caused the explosion or if the explosion caused a gas leak. As workers continue to board up windows and walls, the legal implications of the explosion are becoming increasingly clear. The explosion, which occurred on January 11, 2024, has raised concerns about the …

Son Arrested and Charged with Capital Murder of Former Texas Judge and Wife

GEORGETOWN, Texas – A 45-year-old man has been arrested and charged with capital murder in the deaths of his parents, a retired Texas judge and his wife. Seth B. Carnes was taken into custody late Monday evening in Georgetown, Texas, following a shooting near the home of retired District Judge Alfred “Burt” Carnes and his wife Susan. According to the Williamson County Sheriff’s Office, deputies arrived at the scene around 11:45 p.m. and found Seth …