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Created on :Mar 28, 2024

Four Killed, including a teenage girl, In US Stabbing Spree

A tragic incident unfolded in the US state of Illinois as a man went on a stabbing spree, leaving four people dead, including a teenage girl, and at least five others injured. The stabbings occurred on Wednesday afternoon, according to a statement from the Rockford city police. The authorities swiftly took a 22-year-old suspect into custody, although the statement did not provide any insight into a possible motive behind the gruesome attack.

Rockford, situated approximately 90 miles northwest of Chicago, became the scene of the tragedy that claimed the lives of a 15-year-old girl, a 63-year-old woman, and two men aged 49 and 22, as reported by the police. While initial reports indicated five wounded individuals, US media later cited police sources suggesting that the actual count of wounded individuals may be seven.

The community of Rockford and surrounding areas now grapple with shock and grief in the wake of this senseless violence. As authorities continue their investigation into the incident, questions linger about what could have driven the suspect to commit such a heinous act. Meanwhile, condolences and support pour in for the victims' families and those recovering from injuries sustained during the stabbing spree.

This tragic event serves as a sobering reminder of the prevalence of violence in society and underscores the importance of ongoing efforts to address the root causes and prevent such atrocities from occurring in the future.