Two people were found dead from gunshot wounds Monday morning in Winnebago County, according to the Sheriff's Office.
On Monday, the Winnebago County Circuit Court requested that the Sheriff’s Office conduct a welfare check on an individual that failed to make a scheduled court appearance.
Upon arrival at the individual’s residence on State Highway 91, two people, including the individual, were found dead from gunshot wounds.
The Sheriff’s Office is actively investigating this incident and the crime scene. The public is not in danger from this event.
A press conference will be held at 2:30 p.m. Monday at the Winnebago County Sheriff’s Office. NBC26 will have a crew there and provide updated information.
