July Fourth Tragedy: Eyewitnesses Recall Horrific Scenes of Chaos and Carnage
Highland Park, Ill. – A Fourth of July celebration turned tragic in 2022 when a mass shooting disrupted a parade in this serene suburb north of Chicago, resulting in seven deaths and numerous injuries. Survivors recount a scene of chaos and horror that unfolded as families gathered for what was meant to be a joyous event. Eyewitnesses reported moments of confusion and panic when the gunfire started. Initially, many mistook the gunshots for fireworks—a common …