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Man Suspected of Killing Seven Found Dead in Chicago Suburb

Authorities Locate and Confirm Self-Inflicted Gunshot Wounds

Chicago, January 23 – A man suspected of shooting and killing at least seven people in the Chicago suburb of Joliet has been found dead from self-inflicted gunshot wounds, according to authorities. The bodies of the victims were discovered inside two neighboring homes on West Acres Road. The suspect, identified as Romeo Nance, 23, was located by US Marshals near Natalia, Texas, and it is believed that he took his own life following a confrontation with law enforcement officials.

The tragic incident unfolded when the first victim, a 28-year-old Nigerian immigrant named Toyosi Bakare, was found shot in the head at an apartment complex in Joliet Township. He was pronounced dead at a local hospital. Bakare had been living in the Will County area for the past three years. Prior to this, Joliet Police officers responded to a call on Davis Street where a 42-year-old man had been shot in the leg. The injured man was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries.

Authorities have confirmed that Romeo Nance was the prime suspect in both attacks. The Joliet Police Department is conducting an active homicide investigation and has described the crime scene as one of the most horrific they have ever encountered.

Police Launch Manhunt for Dangerous Suspect

Prior to discovering Nance’s body, law enforcement officials launched a manhunt for the “dangerous” suspect. After his red Toyota Camry was spotted near the scene of the shootings, deputies surveilled the 2200 block of West Acres, where Nance’s last known address was located. Deputies, however, did not find Nance in the car or at the address. They proceeded to knock on the door of a neighboring home and, receiving no response, entered the residence. Inside, they found two deceased victims. Subsequently, five more victims were discovered in the first home.

Investigators have yet to determine a motive for the killings, but Joliet Police Chief Bill Evans stated that Nance had a connection to the victims. Authorities believe that all the victims are from the same family, although their identities have not been publicly released.

Joliet Police and the Will County Sheriff’s Office are working in collaboration with the FBI’s Fugitive Task Force to gather more information about the gruesome incident. They have urged the public to come forward with any relevant details that could assist in the investigation.

In conclusion, the Chicago suburb of Joliet is reeling from the shocking development of a man suspected of killing seven people, only to be found dead himself. The investigation continues as authorities piece together the events leading up to this tragic incident. Our thoughts go out to the victims and their grieving loved ones during this difficult time.

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