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Man Pleads Guilty To Murder, Attempted Murder In July 4 Parade Shooting

Last updated: March 3, 2025 1:30 pm
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An Illinois man, Robert E. Crimo III, pleaded guilty on Monday to killing seven people and injuring many others during the 2022 Independence Day parade in a Chicago suburb. This surprising development occurred just before the trial’s opening arguments, where he was facing charges of murder and attempted murder.

Crimo, 23, changed his plea from not guilty to guilty in a Lake County circuit courtroom, accompanied by his lawyers. Prosecutors initially charged him with 21 counts of first-degree murder and 48 counts of attempted murder, but the lesser counts of aggravated battery were dropped before the trial began.

Judge Victoria Rossetti ensured that Crimo understood the charges against him before accepting his guilty plea. Sentencing is scheduled for April 23, where Crimo is expected to receive a life sentence for each count of first-degree murder.

The shooting, which took place in a Chicago suburb, left many wounded, with victims ranging from an 8-year-old boy to elderly individuals. Witnesses described the chaos and panic that ensued as families fled the parade route to seek safety.

The case against Crimo was delayed due to his unpredictable behavior, including rejecting a plea deal and dismissing his public defenders. His father, Robert Crimo Jr., was also involved in the case for his role in how his son obtained a gun license.

Residents of Highland Park, where the shooting occurred, have been deeply affected by the tragedy. The community canceled the parade in 2023 but reinstated it in the following year with a memorial for the victims.

Survivors and their families have filed lawsuits against various parties, including the maker of the semiautomatic rifle used in the shooting and authorities they accuse of negligence. The trial has brought closure to a grieving community, with the hope of justice being served for the victims and their families.

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