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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.
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