November 22, just around 9:10 p.m., Aurora Police Dispatch received multiple 911 calls for shots fired at 205 N. Broadway (Two Brothers Roundhouse). When officers arrived, they located multiple victims suffering from gunshot wounds. Patrol officers began life-saving measures before Aurora Fire Paramedics transported two of the victims to area hospitals.
- One adult femalevictim was transported to an area hospital and later pronounced dead
- One adult male victim was transported at an area hospital and is in critical condition
- One adult male, believed to be the shooter, was pronounced dead at the scene
Detectives from the Aurora Police Department’s Investigations Division responded to the scene, along with Evidence Technicians, to begin a comprehensive investigation.Preliminary information suggests all three individuals knew each other and this shooting appears to be a domestic violence related incident. At this time, there is no indication of an ongoing threat to the community.
The Kane County Coroner’s Office was requested to the scene and autopsies will be scheduled to determine the exact cause and manner of death. The Coroner will also confirm the identity of the victim and offender to releaseat a later time.
“Our hearts are heavy tonight. Members of our community were senselessly shot while simply trying to enjoy a night out, and our entire city feels the weight of that violence,” Police Chief Matt Thomas said. “On behalf of the Aurora Police Department, I want the victims and their families to know we are standing with you and doing everything we can to make sure you have answers.”
While the investigation remains ongoing, police are encouraging the public to come forward with any information. Anyone with information is asked to call the Aurora Police Department’s Investigations Division at 630-256-5500.
Anonymous tips can also be submitted to Aurora Area Crime Stoppers at 630-892-1000 or online at www.p3tips.com/135. Crime Stoppers offers cash rewards of up to $5,000 for information leading to the arrest of felony crime offenders and fugitives.
-Aurora Police Department