WASHINGTON — An 18-year-old Walmart employee was killed in a stabbing attack at a store in Rockford, Illinois on Sunday night. The unidentified worker was pronounced dead at a local hospital shortly after the incident, which occurred around 6 p.m.
According to the Rockford Police Department, officers responded to the store and found the Walmart employee with a life-threatening stab wound. The victim was working inside the store at the time of the attack.
In a statement Walmart expressed their condolences to the family of the victim and offered support to their associates. The company also commended law enforcement for their swift action in apprehending the suspect.
The identity of the suspect, who is now facing a first-degree murder charge, has not been released by the police. Authorities have not yet disclosed a possible motive for the attack.
The Rockford community is left shaken by the tragic incident, with many expressing their shock and disbelief. Walmart has assured customers and employees that they are working closely with law enforcement and providing any assistance needed during the investigation.
Further details about the incident are yet to be released by the police. Authorities are urging anyone with information about the attack to come forward and contact the Rockford Police Department.