Other — Waukegan, IL — reported 2026-07-12

SUMMARY

A person was shot during the Scoop Waukegan car culture event.

KEY FACTS

  • Incident type: Other
  • Location: Waukegan, IL
  • Date reported: 2026-07-12
  • Suspect: not stated

REPORTED DETAILS

  • The shooting happened near Genesee and Washington streets in downtown Waukegan.
  • Police responded to a shooting at the event, which was shut down early due to the incident.
  • A person was shot and receiving medical attention, according to Ald. Felix's social media post.
  • The scene was contained immediately by on-site first responders who secured the area and provided medical attention.
  • Police haven't given a motive behind the shooting or said if anyone has been arrested.