Chicago White Sox cancels fireworks show, speaks out against violence after 4th of July parade shooting in Highland Park
CHICAGO – Facts Chicago White Sox spoke to Major League Baseball on Monday about postponing their game against Minnesota Twins after a gunman opened fire during an Independence Day parade in suburban Chicagokilled at least six people and wounded at least 30 others.
After talking to MLB and contacting local authorities, the match started on time. The post-match fireworks display was cancelled, and a moment of silence was observed before the first pitch.
“Our hearts go out to the Highland Park community,” the White Sox said in a statement. “The entire Chicago White Sox organization expresses our deepest sympathies to the families and friends of the innocent victims of today’s horrific shooting and all who have been affected by the tragedy. this drama.”
Authorities said a gunman opened fire at around 10:15 a.m. local time, as the parade passed around 3/4, prompting hundreds of marchers, parents with strollers and children on bicycles. fled in terror. Police said Monday night that the man identified as a person of interest, 22-year-old Robert E. Crimo III, was in custody.
Lake County Main Crime Task Force spokesman Christopher Covelli said the gunman appeared to have used a “high-powered rifle” to fire from a position atop a commercial building where he was located. “very hard to see.” stage.
“I think access to weapons is being used … something needs to change,” the White Sox said closer to Liam Hendriks. “Something needs to be done, something needs to happen. Because that’s how so many people lose their lives.
“It’s not just about the people who are losing their lives, it’s about their families. It’s the tragedy their entire community has to go through, when people are worried about leaving their homes, worried about doing what they need to do. day-to-day work about going to work or any of these things. We really need to reflect on what’s going on. I think getting it done isn’t enough.”
The July 4 shooting is just the latest shooting to disrupt the rituals of American life. Schools, churches, grocery stores and now community parades have all become places of killing in recent months.
“Unfortunately, it happens almost every day,” White Sox manager Tony La Russa said of the shootings.
“Even if there’s an explanation, there’s no explanation. It doesn’t make sense.”
Covelli said “several victims died” at the scene and one person was taken to hospital and died there.
NorthShore University Medical Center admitted 26 patients after the attack. Dr Brigham Temple, medical director of emergency preparedness, said all but one had gunshot wounds. Their ages ranged from 8 to 85, and Temple estimated that four or five of the patients were children.
Temple said 19 of them have been treated and discharged. Others have been transferred to other hospitals, while two patients, in stable condition, remain at Highland Park hospital.
Highland Park is a close-knit community of approximately 30,000 people located on the shores of Lake Michigan, just north of Chicago. NBA legend Michael Jordan lived in the city for many years when he played for Chicago Bulls.
“What happened today in Highland Park is horrifying and senseless ”, Bulls said in a statement. “Over the years, Highland Park has been the home to many members of the Bulls nation, including a number of Bulls players and staff. Our connection to the community is personal and it holds a special place. We are deeply saddened by the community and all those affected, and we support them as we all mourn this tragedy.
“Gun violence causes pain to our friends, neighbours, family, businesses, and communities. This situation is one we’ve encountered too many times, saying the same words and expressing the same thing. The Chicago Bulls are committed to change and use the resources in our power to make a difference and help tackle this gun violence.”
The Chicago Cubswho played the Brewers in Milwaukee on Monday, said they “very heartbreaking and sad” about violence. NFL’s Bear called the shooting ‘senseless and shameful” and NHL’s Blackhawks also expressed their grief.
“Everyone deserves to feel safe where they live, work and play, and this simply cannot be accepted as a normal thing,” the Blackhawks said. said in their statement.
The WNBA’s Chicago Sky We stand with all victims of gun violence across the country, and will do everything we can to ensure a safer future for all of us.
Several nearby cities have canceled events, including parades and fireworks.
The Associated Press contributed to this report.
