What does plea deal in alleged Highland Park shooter’s case mean? – NBC Chicago

The alleged gunman behind the mass shooting at a Fourth of July parade in Highland Park agreed to a plea deal, pleading guilty to 69 counts, including first-degree murder and attempted murder. A sentencing hearing has been scheduled, with the possibility of seven natural life sentences and no parole. The trial faced delays due to the defendant’s erratic behavior, with residents mourning the victims deeply and the community still grappling with the aftermath of the tragic event.

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