North Chicago Man Charged with Attempted Murder
Shooting at Vernon Hills Shopping Center Leaves One Person in Critical Condition
A North Chicago man was arrested and is facing attempted first-degree murder charges after a shooting at a suburban Vernon Hills shopping center left one person in critical condition and led to an hours-long manhunt.
Shooting Occurred at Liquor Barn Store
The shooting occurred about 6:48 p.m. in the 700 block of North Milwaukee Avenue near the Hawthorn Hills Square Shopping Center in Vernon Hills, police said. Photos and video from the scene at the time showed a large police presence with caution tape surrounding a Liquor Barn store.
Victim Sustained Multiple Gunshot Wounds
According to police, one adult male victim sustained multiple gunshot wounds and was transported to a nearby hospital. He was last listed in critical condition, police added.
Shooting Stemmed from Altercation
A preliminary investigation revealed the shooting stemmed from an altercation between the victim and the suspect, who knew each other, police said.
Suspect Identified and Taken into Custody
Shortly after the shooting, a suspect was identified but remained at large, police said. About 1 a.m. Friday, Jhonattan Garcia-Nava, 36, was taken into custody by members of the Northern Illinois’ Police Alarm System’s Emergency Services Team at a home in Waukegan, an overnight update from police said.
Investigation Ongoing
As of Friday morning, Garcia-Nava, of North Chicago, was in custody of the Vernon Hills Police Department. According to police, there is no longer a threat to the community. An investigation remains ongoing.
Shopping Center Expected to Re-Open
According to officials, the shopping center was expected to re-open to the public Friday morning.
Conclusion
The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of community safety and the need for prompt action in response to violent crimes. As the investigation continues, it is crucial that authorities work to identify the root causes of the altercation and take steps to prevent similar incidents in the future.
FAQs
* Who was charged with attempted murder?
+ Jhonattan Garcia-Nava, 36, of North Chicago
* Where did the shooting occur?
+ The 700 block of North Milwaukee Avenue near the Hawthorn Hills Square Shopping Center in Vernon Hills
* What was the condition of the victim?
+ The victim sustained multiple gunshot wounds and was listed in critical condition
* Is there a threat to the community?
+ No, according to police
