Kankakee, IL – Two people were allegedly shot in the leg and ankle in the parking lot of a commercial property in Kankakee this afternoon, drawing a significant police response to the area.
According to the City of Kankakee Police Department, officers responded to reports of shots fired at approximately 12:34 p.m. on Saturday, July 6, 2025, at the 1700 block of East Maple Street. Upon arriving, police allegedly found two victims with non-life-threatening gunshot wounds. Both individuals were reportedly shot in the leg and ankle areas and were transported to local hospitals by the Kankakee Fire Department.
Authorities said one firearm was recovered at the scene. Investigators from the Kankakee Police Department are currently processing the area and conducting interviews with witnesses to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Police stressed that the area has been secured and that there is allegedly no further threat to the public. The department emphasized that the investigation is ongoing and more information will be released as it becomes available.
Residents in the area were advised that a police presence would remain as the investigation continues. Kankakee officials urge anyone with information related to the incident to contact the Kankakee Police Department.
This story will be updated as additional details are released by authorities.
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