Normal police probe Tuesday night shots fired incident

Posted on July 24, 2024
Authorities said no injuries were reported and the incident is still under investigation. (WJBC file photo)

By Neil Doyle

NORMAL – Police are investigating a shots fired incident that happened Tuesday night in north Normal.

According to a news release, officers were called around 11:44 p.m. to the 1500 block of Northbrook Drive for a report of shots fired.

Once on the scene, police said they found evidence of gunfire and an apartment complex in the area was struck by bullets.

Authorities said no injuries were reported and the incident is still under investigation.

Anyone with information about the shooting is asked to contact Normal police at 309-454-9535. If you wish to provide information and remain anonymous, please use our Tip411 service by texting NORMALPD to 847411, leave a space and then enter your tip. You can also download the Normal PD app and provide an anonymous tip.

Neil Doyle can be reached at [email protected]

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