3 injured after shooting in Six Flags Great America parking lot in Gurnee, authorities say

William Lee, Chicago Tribune
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Three people were injured Sunday evening in the parking lot of the Six Flags Great America theme park in Gurnee, authorities and park officials said.

Officials initially said all three people had been shot and later said two were shot and one victim suffered a shoulder injury.

Dozens of emergency vehicles responded following the shooting.

Illinois State Police confirmed the shooting, saying it sent troopers to assist but directed further inquiry to Gurnee police and the Lake County sheriff’s office. Officials with those offices didn’t immediately respond for comment.

The park closed early with guests and team members departing under direction of the Gurnee Police Department. Law enforcement is investigating.

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The shooting comes as public fears of mass shootings remain high following the mass shooting at the 4th of July Highland Park parade that left seven people dead and dozens of others wounded. This past weekend’s Bud Billiken parade in Bronzeville had a heightened police presence following concerns voiced after the north suburban shooting that shocked the nation.