According to police, the shooter opened fire around 10:10 a.m. on the Highland Park Fourth of July parade. Dozens of families had gathered along the parade route as the shooter opened fire from the rooftop of a local business. Police discover a “high-powered rifle” on the rooftop but did not divulge any details on the make of the weapon or the magazine. It is believed the shooter accessed the rooftop by utilizing a ladder in the alley.

Here is part of a disturbing 2021 music video featuring the #HighlandPark parade massacre person of interest, Robert "Bobby" Crimo. He used the name, "Awake, the rapper." pic.twitter.com/P1u36DBYTt

— Andy Ngô 🏳️‍🌈 (@MrAndyNgo) July 4, 2022

Robert E. Crimo is a 22-year-old white male. He is believed to be driving a silver 2010 Honda Fit with Illinois license plate DM80653. Earlier reporting described a white male, 18 to 20 years old, small build, with longer black hair and wearing a white or blue shirt.

Exclusive Photos : Robert E. Crimo III the Highland Park Mass Shooter has been Arrested