Alleged Illinois parade shooter rejects plea deal in attack that killed seven, injured dozens

CHICAGO — The alleged shooter in the Highland Park, Illinois, 4th of July mass shooting Wednesday rejected a plea deal that would have put him in prison for life.

Assistant State’s Attorney Ben Dillon said Robert Crimo III would plead guilty to seven counts of murder, and 48 counts of aggravated battery. He was to be sentenced to natural life in prison without parole, plus 30 years concurrent for each count of aggravated battery.

However, in a surprise move, when asked if he would agree to the plea, Crimo did not respond.