Statement From Forest Park Mayor Angelyne Butler, MPA, Regarding The Recent Shooting Incident Near 1st Street

"First, I would like to extend my deepest condolences to all those who were impacted from a recent shooting incident that occurred during the afternoon hours of Sunday, April 27. What happened yesterday is not only tragic — it is an affront to everything we stand for in Forest Park. Those responsible for this senseless violence will be found, prosecuted and removed from our community. We will not allow criminals to think they have any place in our city. Forest Park is a community built on pride, resilience and respect. We have no tolerance for reckless behavior that endangers the lives of our residents and undermines the progress we have made. Forest Park is not a playground for lawlessness. If you believe you can bring violence here, know this: we will hunt you down with every legal tool at our disposal, and you will face consequences. The Forest Park Police Department is moving swiftly and relentlessly to bring those responsible to justice. We are not standing by — we are standing up. Forest Park will continue to be a place where families can live, work, and thrive without fear. To be clear, if you come to Forest Park to cause chaos, we will find you, we will hold you accountable and we will protect our city without hesitation."