Terry A. Barnett Jr Obituary, Death – The individual who lost his life in a shooting incident in the far southwest suburbs on Thursday afternoon has been named. The incident occurred at approximately 12:05 p.m. in the Canal Port Park area of Morris, according to police reports.
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Law enforcement officials discovered two individuals with gunshot wounds and a firearm at the location, situated near the intersection of West Illinois Avenue and Fulton Avenue. A helicopter was observed monitoring the extensive police presence in the area.
One victim was declared deceased at the scene, while the other was transported to a nearby hospital for medical attention. The Grundy County Coroner’s Office subsequently identified the deceased as 47-year-old Terry A. Barnett Jr. from Marion. An autopsy is planned for later on Friday.
Authorities suspect that the shooting was related to a domestic dispute and have indicated that there is no ongoing threat to public safety.
Further details from law enforcement have not been disclosed at this time.
