Family of Four Shot Dead in Romeoville Home, Suspect Identified and Captured After Cross-State Manhunt
Romeoville, a quiet community near Chicago, was shaken by a tragic incident that claimed the lives of a family of four. The authorities have identified a suspect in connection with the horrifying shooting and announced his capture after a cross-state manhunt.
The victims, identified as Alberto Rolon, 38, Zoraida Bartolomei, 32, and their two young sons, aged 7 and 9, were found dead inside their home on Concord Avenue on Sunday night. This shocking discovery sent shockwaves through the neighborhood and left friends, relatives, and the entire community in mourning.
Within hours of the gruesome incident, Romeoville police identified a 31-year-old man from Streamwood as a person of interest in the case. They also uncovered that he had a relationship with a female person of interest, whose identity remains undisclosed.
Adding another layer of complexity to the already heart-wrenching situation, the female person of interest was reported missing by her family in Streamwood on Tuesday. This prompted Romeoville police to issue a statewide bulletin, alerting law enforcement agencies about the male suspect’s involvement in the shooting deaths and his potential connection to the missing woman.
Just when the investigation took an unexpected turn, news emerged from Catoosa, Oklahoma, on Wednesday morning. Police in Catoosa discovered a vehicle linked to the suspect and attempted to stop it. However, the vehicle refused to comply and engaged in a high-speed pursuit, ultimately resulting in a devastating crash that engulfed the suspect’s vehicle in flames.
During this incident, officers at the scene heard two gunshots and soon discovered a female passenger with a critical gunshot wound. Another male occupant was found injured with a gunshot wound on the driver’s side.
While the suspect’s identity and motive remain undisclosed, authorities are diligently working to piece together the events leading up to this senseless act of violence. The Will-Grundy Major Crimes Task Force has joined the investigation, aiming to provide answers and justice for the grieving family.
Friends and neighbors of the victims, like Lisa Mackie, who had known the family from their previous residence in Westmont, remember them as just a really nice, young family. Their sudden and tragic demise has left everyone in disbelief and deep sorrow.
As the investigation continues, authorities are urging anyone with information related to the case to come forward and assist in unraveling the circumstances that led to this unfortunate incident.
This heartbreaking tragedy serves as a reminder of the fragility of life and the importance of community support during times of grief. The Romeoville community, along with the wider public, stands united in offering condolences and support to the grieving relatives and friends affected by this unfathomable loss.
While justice is sought for the victims and their grieving loved ones, the community is left grappling with the profound impact of this tragedy, hoping for healing and the strength to overcome this dark chapter.
