Normal teen facing weapon charges after Tuesday night shooting

Posted on July 27, 2022
Bloomington police
The case remains under investigation. (Photo courtesy: Bloomington Police)

By Blake Haas

BLOOMINGTON – A 17-year-old Normal man is facing felony charges after an alleged shooting Tuesday night.

According to a news release, Bloomington police responded to the 100 block of N. Williamsburg Drive around 7:00 p.m. for shots fired call.

Police say several witnesses observed someone running from the area.

During an investigation, police arrested a 17-year-old teen. Police say the teen allegedly had a pistol in his pants pocket.

McLean County prosecutors charged the teen with unlawful use of a weapon and aggravated discharge of a firearm.

No injuries were reported during the incident, and the case remains under investigation.

Blake Haas can be reached at [email protected].

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