ABC7 Chicago Digital TeamA Rockford, IL stabbing attack left at least four people dead and five injured Wednesday in the Winnebago County city, authorities said.An adult male allegedly stabbed multiple victims in the Rockford, Illinois area on Wednesday, leaving four people dead, one in critical condition and four others in stable condition, authorities said in a press conference.When officers responded, they found multiple crime scenes, police said.
The Rockford Fire Department said one of the people who died was taken to the hospital in critical condition, but did not survive.The Winnebago County Sheriff's Department said there was a home invasion near Cleveland Avenue and Eggleston Road. Sheriff Gary Caruana said a young woman escaped that home invasion and was pursued by the suspect. She was stabbed in the hands and face and is hospitalized in serious condition.
Garuana said a good Samaritan stopped to help the woman and was also stabbed by the suspect, but was not seriously injured. "Words can't even express my thoughts right now; this a pretty painstaking event," Rockford Police Chief Carla Redd said, adding, "This was a heinous crime."A sheriff's deputy took the suspect into custody. Rockford police said the suspect is being interviewed at this time and charges have not yet been filed.
Police said they do not believe any other suspects are at large in this attack. They said federal agents are also assisting in the investigation.Copyright © 2024 WLS-TV. All Rights Reserved.
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