Mass Murder in Joliet: Suspect Romeo Nance Kills Seven Family Members and One Other
Nance Flees to Texas and Dies by Suicide During Police Confrontation
- 23-year-old Romeo Nance is suspected of killing eight people, including seven family members, in Joliet, Illinois.
- The victims included Nance's mother, four siblings, and an aunt and uncle.
- An eighth victim, Toyosi Bakare, was found shot in the head at an apartment complex. Nance is believed to have randomly fired at him and another man, who was wounded.
- Nance fled to Texas, where he fatally shot himself during a confrontation with police.
- President Joe Biden offered condolences and reiterated his commitment to addressing gun violence.