Highland Park Parade Shooting Suspect Robert Crimo III Rejects Plea Deal, Trial Date Set

Jun 26, 2024, 03:20 PM

Robert Crimo III, the suspect in the Highland Park Fourth of July parade shooting, has declined a plea deal that would have resulted in a life sentence. Crimo is accused of killing seven people and injuring dozens more during the 2022 parade. The decision to reject the plea deal came as a surprise during a court hearing on Wednesday, just days before the second anniversary of the massacre. Crimo initially indicated he would change his not-guilty plea. The courtroom was filled with victims and their families who were expecting Crimo to change his plea. A trial date has been set for next year.