Father of Accused July Fourth Gunman Pleads Guilty in Highland Park Shooting Case

The father of the accused gunman in the July Fourth shooting in a Chicago suburb pleaded guilty to multiple counts of reckless conduct for helping his underage son obtain a gun. He was sentenced to two years of probation, 60 days in custody, and 100 hours of public service. The guilty plea could set a precedent for holding parents accountable in future mass shootings. The accused shooter, who killed seven people and injured dozens, pleaded not guilty to 117 counts, including 21 charges of first-degree murder. The father sponsored his son's application for a firearm owner identification card despite knowing he was unfit to own a gun.