Normal police seek help after shooting leaves 6 injured

Authorities are asking residents for information about the incident in the 500 block of Franklin Avenue.

Mar. 24, 2026 at 5:12am

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The Normal Police Department is asking the community for help gathering information about a shooting incident on Sunday that left six people with gunshot wounds. The incident occurred in the 500 block of Franklin Avenue, where officers found the injured individuals.

Why it matters

Gun violence is an ongoing concern in many communities, and police often rely on tips from residents to help solve these types of cases and prevent future incidents. This shooting highlights the need for community cooperation with law enforcement to address public safety issues.

The details

According to police, officers were dispatched to the 500 block of Franklin Avenue on a report of a shooting. When they arrived, they found six people suffering from gunshot wounds. The victims were transported to local hospitals for treatment, but their current conditions were not immediately released.

  • The shooting incident occurred on Sunday.

The players

Normal Police Department

The local law enforcement agency investigating the shooting incident.

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What’s next

Police are asking anyone with information about the shooting to contact the Normal Police Department.

The takeaway

This shooting highlights the ongoing challenge of gun violence in communities and the importance of residents cooperating with law enforcement to help solve these types of cases and improve public safety.