DEKALB COUNTY, Ga. - DeKalb County police officers have made an arrest in the shooting death of a 17-year-old boy Sunday afternoon. The woman told police the man threatened to kill her and attack the officers. Mr. Pinkard was the Plant Manager for Henry Pratt. [70] Virginia Tech had a tribute with students wearing shirts saying "Hokies for Huskies". [75], On May 8, 2008, it was announced that Cole Hall would be remodeled inside and out pending $7.7 million in state funding. The DeKalb Police Department says they. Parks was the Human Resources Manager at Henry Pratt. He is currently being treated and is in stable condition at a local hospital. Matthew Zadok. Kathy asks for prayers for all of her families: Pinkard, Chambers and Howard. The staff went into lockdown after hearing reports of an active shooter on a police scanner. ", Pallasch, Abdon K.; Fusco, Chris; Main, Frank; McKinney, Dave; Esposito, Stefano. [47], He was enrolled at NIU in the spring of 2007,[36] where he took two courses in Arabic and a course called Politics of the Middle East. By 3:40p.m., all NIU classes were canceled for the remainder of the day and the campus was closed by NIU officials as part of a new security plan devised after the Virginia Tech shootings 10 months earlier. [39], Kazmierczak died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound after the shooting ended. This station is part of Cox Media Group Television. Victims with varying injuries lay on the floor or were propped up against the seats. Details of that shooting have not been. Spencer is currently in custody at the DeKalb County Jail. DEKALB, Ill. (WREX) One man is dead and another is in custody following a shooting in DeKalb late Thursday night. ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) A Rockford man died after being involved in a crash in DeKalb on Friday. Family members are not revealing the name of the 17-year-old police say was shot over the weekend in DeKalb County, but they do want it to be known that they will not rest until justice for their nephew is served. ST. LOUIS The St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department is investigating the fatal shooting of a man Monday in downtown St. Louis. He was treated and released from a local hospital yesterday. ", Police investigating a shooting at a home in DeKalb County. The memorial was funded entirely by private donations. After multiple attempts, officers were able to start a dialogue with the man, police say. The shooting happened at the campus's Cole Hall at approximately 3:05p.m. Central Standard Time. [80], Coordinates: .mw-parser-output .geo-default,.mw-parser-output .geo-dms,.mw-parser-output .geo-dec{display:inline}.mw-parser-output .geo-nondefault,.mw-parser-output .geo-multi-punct{display:none}.mw-parser-output .longitude,.mw-parser-output .latitude{white-space:nowrap}415603N 884608W / 41.93417N 88.76889W / 41.93417; -88.76889. He was humble. ", Thomas, Jim; Leaf, Margaret; Kazmierczak, Steve; Stone, Josh. The SUV had at least one broken window. [59] Most students left campus for the weekend. "[50] She also confirmed that Kazmierczak had called her early on Valentine's Day to say goodbye. He was issued a FOID card in January 2014 and applied to purchase a handgun from a local gun dealer in Aurora in March 2014. DeKalb County police are investigating a shooting incident that left a 50-year-old victim with a gunshot wound. A large bullet lies on the ice a few feet from where Greg Zanis dropped off five crosses just south of the Pratt plant on Feb. 16, 2019. opened fire at an Aurora manufacturing plant, Martin had six prior arrests by Aurora police, including for domestic violence-related issues, should have given up his .40-caliber Smith & Wesson, Highpoint Church plans to hold a prayer service, prayer service at The Big Life Community Church. After February 14, 2008, Cole Hall was closed to the public. Christiansen would survive and later become an officer in the NIU Police Department. By early 2008, at the time of the shooting, he was again enrolled full-time at the University of Illinois. [68], During spring training, Chicago White Sox manager Ozzie Guilln and general manager Ken Williams sported NIU caps in tribute to the victims. 1998 - 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. | All Rights Reserved. Apparently jealous of all the political scrutiny DuPage County sheriff James Mendrick reaped for his very public reticence to enforcing Illinois temporarily-on-hold assault gun ban, Ron issued his own semi-similar declaration at a recent Kane County board meeting: ROCHELLE On Feb. 24 at 10:16 a.m. Erica R. Smith, 39, of Rochelle was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant. The Northern Illinois University shooting was a school shooting that took place on Thursday, February 14, 2008, at Northern Illinois University in DeKalb, Illinois.Steven Kazmierczak opened fire with a shotgun and three pistols in a crowd of students on campus, killing five students and injuring 17 more people, before fatally shooting himself.. A relative at the Oswego home of plant manager Josh Pinkard politely declined to answer questions. IL 61101 (815)-987-5300; EEO Statement. On August 27, 2009, the NIU Board of Trustees approved a $9.5 million budget on the Cole Hall renovation project, approximately $8 million of which will come from the aforementioned state funding, and the rest from student fees. Authorities said a DeKalb County Sheriff's Office reserve unit deputy was injured during the shooting at the Big Bear Supermarket near South DeKalb Mall around 1:10 p.m. On February 21, exactly a week after the shooting happened, five minutes of silence were observed from 3:063:11p.m. CST, accompanied by the tolling of bells throughout the community, at a special ceremony attended by thousands in memory of the victims which was held at the MLK Commons. DEKALB, Ill. (WREX) One man is dead and a DeKalb Police Officer was placed on administrative leave after a deadly officer-involved shooting. Seiden was the only reporter to obtain surveillance video of the shooting. Hardekopf said all families should contact the shop for free flowers, like casket sprays, for funerals in the upcoming days. [69] For their 2008 season, the Chicago Cubs flew an NIU flag over the grandstands in the out field. You have permission to edit this article. While family members of the victim said the suspects arrest is somewhat of a relief, it doesnt take away their pain. The parking lots near the Field House were used as a staging area for ambulances and fire trucks that arrived from throughout the region. In March 16, 2014, the shooter applied for a concealed carry permit, and it was discovered he had a felony conviction for aggravated assault in Mississippi. Family last heard from him around 6:40 p.m. that same day. Mr. Beyer was a Mold Operator at Henry Pratt. Investigators say four people were shot and taken to local hospitals. Around 10:40 p.m., police . 1:35 p.m.: A fourth officer was reported shot. Even with limited paychecks, the need to go grocery shopping and re-stock empty dorm cupboards (at least every once in a while) is undeniable. We would also like to provide limited information regarding the employees of Henry Pratt who were victims of yesterdays shooting. They stated that, while fairly normal, they did not see him spend much time with other students. Martin had six prior arrests in Aurora, most involving traffic stops and domestic violence. It fired and hit one boy in the face, killing him. She also said the man was a danger to himself and had self-inflicted wounds to his wrist. It's not clear what evidence led to police filing a murder charge. [58] Students were asked to contact their parents as soon as possible. Crime Map for Dekalb, IL. On January 14, 2011, the reconstruction at Cole Hall officially commenced. [55] According to a report published by the United States Fire Administration, Kazmierczak is believed to have studied Virginia Tech perpetrator Seung-Hui Cho's actions and used a similar modus operandi. [Tribune coverage: Aurora mass shooting], Gary Martin, 45, Aurora (Aurora Police Department). A university spokesman said that the warning, which was discovered December 10, made reference to the Virginia Tech massacre, in which 33 people were killed, but it could not be immediately determined whether the threat was related to the shootings on February 14, 2008. By clicking Sign Up, I confirmthat I have read and agreeto the Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. [30], Steven Phillip Kazmierczak (August 26, 1980 February 14, 2008) was born in Elk Grove Village, Illinois. "It looks like one brother shot the other brother, he was just a pronounced deceased," said DeKalb County Police Sgt. DEKALB COUNTY, Ga. - DeKalb County police are investigating a deadly shooting on Interstate 285. 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The Kane County coroners office said the gunman, identified by police as Gary Martin, was pronounced dead at the scene of the shooting at a manufacturing facility in Aurora. [72] The Chicago-based Jam/Prog Rock band Umphrey's McGee played a benefit show at the Egyptian Theater on April 8, 2008, for the NIU Memorial Fund. He was diagnosed with schizoaffective disorder as a teenager. Shuler. [9][29], On February 15, another victim sought treatment at Kishwaukee Hospital, bringing the total of hospitalized injured victims to 17. Informations sur votre appareil et sur votre connexion Internet, y compris votre adresseIP, Navigation et recherche lors de lutilisation des sites Web et applications Yahoo. A large bullet lies on the ice a few feet from where Greg Zanis dropped off five crosses just south of the Pratt plant on Feb. 16, 2019. DEKALB, Ill. (WREX) One man is dead and a DeKalb Police Officer was placed on administrative leave after a deadly officer-involved shooting. They are looking for Daniel Elkinton, 41. Steven Kazmierczak opened fire with a shotgun and three pistols in a crowd of students on campus, killing five students and injuring 17 more people, before fatally shooting himself. Police found Hamilton driving a Jeep Grand Cherokee late Thursday night in the 800 block of Ridge Drive. The building re-opened on January 17, 2012. DeKalb Police said that the victim, a male whose age wasn't . Vous pouvez modifier vos choix tout moment en consultant vos paramtres de vie prive. [8] One of the victims, student Maria Christiansen, was critically struck in the face and neck. The Sycamore Police Department says they responded to reports of a shooting on Sunday afternoon in the 1800 block of Coltonville Rd. He also carried in a 12 gauge Remington Sportsman 48 shotgun concealed in a guitar case. LaQuill Hardnett recorded 15 points and shot 5 for 13 (0 for 4 from 3-point range) and 5 of 7 from the free throw line. We don't know anything more at this time. 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