One man was killed and another injured in an early Saturday morning shooting outside of a downtown Morris bar.
Julian Rosario, 35, of Channahon, was pronounced dead at the scene, according to Grundy County Coroner John Callahan.
Another person was taken to Morris Hospital, Morris police said.
The shooting happened at about 1 a.m. in the 100 block of West Washington Street, police said.
Morris police said they responded along with the Grundy County Sheriff’s Office to the sound of shots being fired.
Police found the two men with apparent gunshot wounds.
Marshall Szpara, 22, of Seneca was arrested and charged with two counts of aggravated battery with a firearm, police said. Those charges are pending further review from the Grundy County State’s Attorney’s office.
Clayton’s Tap, located at 122 W. Washington St., had a message on its Facebook page after the shooting stating, “We are deeply saddened by the incident that occurred outside our establishment.”
Later Saturday morning, Clayton’s Tap posted another message giving details of the incident.
“Just minutes before closing our 2 bartenders were made aware of shots fired outside our establishment,” the Facebook posting said.
“Without hesitation, and in clear trauma and shock, they quickly assisted in helping the victims outside as well as direct people to call 9-1-1,” the posting continued. “Our hearts are very heavy for the victims, our staff, and our community. Clayton’s is deeply thankful for those that stepped in, our Morris Police force and surrounding towns that arrived to quickly handle it all.”

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