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Illinois college cheerleader, 19, killed in Halloween mass shooting that left 8 injured
New York Post • • nation
Key Points:
- Giana Dettloff, a 19-year-old freshman cheerleader from North Central College, was fatally shot at an off-campus Halloween party near Illinois Wesleyan University in Bloomington, Illinois, with eight others wounded in the mass shooting.
- The shooting occurred around 1:30 a.m. on Sunday, and police have not yet arrested any suspects, but officials are committed to identifying and bringing those responsible to justice.
- Victims ranged in age from 16 to 22, with injuries including gunshot wounds to the chest, pelvis, arms, legs, abdomen, and ankles; Dettloff died at the scene from multiple gunshot wounds.
- Tributes from family, friends, her college, and former high school cheerleading squad describe Dettloff as a vibrant, sweet, and positive influence who will be deeply missed by her community.
- Bloomington Police Chief Jamal Simington and North Central College President Abiódún Gòkè-Paríolá expressed condolences and called for privacy and support for the victims and their families during this difficult time.
