02-06-2025
Rockford police arrest suspect after shooting in Midtown District
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — Sounds of gunfire erupted in Rockford's Midtown District early Saturday morning.
Rockford Police said around 1:05 a.m., the SoundThinking (formerly ShotSpotter) gunshot detection system alerted officers of a shooting in the 700 block of 7th Avenue.
Investigators said a vehicle was seen leaving the area as officers arrived, and authorities were able to collect multiple shell casings from the scene.
No injuries were reported.
The suspect vehicle was stopped by police, and the passenger, identified as William Pouncy, 24, was in possession of a modified handgun with an automatic 'switch' device.
Pouncy was arrested and charged with unlawful use of weapons, aggravated unlawful possession of a weapon, and no valid Firearm Owner's Identification.
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