Overview

• Emir Thomas, 19, of Chicago, faces charges including attempted murder, aggravated battery with firearm discharge and aggravated unlawful weapon possession
• A fight between two groups inside the Bone Student Center on April 27 escalated to gunfire, injuring one person in non life-threatening fashion
• Thomas fled the scene after the shooting and was taken into custody in Chicago on June 25
• Illinois State University Police collaborated with Illinois State Police and the McLean County State’s Attorney’s Office, reviewing security footage and interviewing witnesses to build the case
• The shooting prompted a temporary closure of the Bone Student Center, cancellation of events and availability of counseling services for students