Information speaks of a police officer injured
A large police force was triggered by reports of shootings at a Rockford hotel in Illinois, United States.
The incident was confirmed by the police of the American city, stating that at this moment the Extended Stay hotel has been evacuated and blocked.
According to unofficial sources, a police officer was injured by an unknown person and was taken to hospital, while his condition has not been clarified by the competent authorities.
The special unit for detonating explosive devices and grenades from Chicago has rushed to the spot. According to the latest reports, in fact, the perpetrator is an armed and very dangerous fugitive.
RPD officers are on scene investigating an active shooter situation at the extended stay off N. Bell School Rd. Please avoid the area.— RockfordILPolice (@RockfordPD) March 7, 2019
*** BREAKING NEWS ***
Active shooter situation in Rockford, Illinois. ATF Chicago Field Division personnel are on scene. @ATF_Chicago will continue to update the situation, which is still active.— ATF Chicago (@ATF_Chicago) March 7, 2019
** UPDATE ** Rockford suspect believed to be an armed and dangerous fugitive. @ATF_Chicago will continue to post developments.— ATF Chicago (@ATF_Chicago) March 7, 2019