Rockford, IL – A Rockford man was arrested this week in connection with a shooting at District Bar & Grill that left vehicles and property damaged, according to police.
According to the Rockford Police Department, officers responded to reports of shots fired at approximately 10:59 p.m. Tuesday at the downtown bar on West State Street. When officers arrived, they found shattered windows, damage inside the establishment, and two parked vehicles struck by gunfire. Witnesses told police that a man, who had been removed from the bar earlier, allegedly fired multiple rounds from a vehicle outside.
Rockford Police identified 26-year-old Avery Jones as the alleged suspect. Jones, who was on parole with the Illinois Department of Corrections, turned himself in late Wednesday night on an unrelated arrest warrant and was lodged in the Winnebago County Jail.
Detectives executed a search warrant Thursday morning at a residence linked to Jones. Officers say they recovered live ammunition, handgun magazines, and discovered a marijuana grow operation. The home, occupied by Jones and his mother, Nicole Jones, was reportedly in hazardous condition and has since been condemned by the City of Rockford. Nicole Jones, 47, was also cited after allegedly refusing to secure aggressive dogs during the search and was charged with obstructing a police officer.
Authorities announced multiple felony charges against Avery Jones, including aggravated discharge of a firearm, unlawful possession of a weapon by a felon, and possession with intent to deliver cannabis. He also faces charges for criminal damage to property and is being held on a warrant from the Illinois Department of Corrections.
Police are continuing their investigation and urge anyone with information to contact the Rockford Police Department or submit anonymous tips via Crime Stoppers.
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