Robert Crimo III Stirs Controversy with Rejection of Plea Deal in Highland Park Shooting
Robert Crimo III, accused in the devastating 2022 Highland Park Fourth of July parade shooting, has turned down a plea deal offering life without parole. Changing his plea to 'not guilty,' Crimo faces a trial slated for February 2025, leaving victims' families frustrated. His decision comes despite legal gun purchases and familial support for his firearm application. Follow Illinois' legislative response and public reactions as tensions rise.
Dec 27