Sterling shooting leaves man in serious condition

STERLING – A 28-year-old man is in serious condition in a Rockford hospital in connection with a shooting Tuesday night in Sterling.

Sterling police officers at 9:12 p.m. responded to a report of gunshots being fired in the 2200 block of East Lincolnway, according to a news release from the Sterling Police Department.

As officers arrived at the scene, they were notified that a man had been shot at the location. It was further learned that the man was being taken by private vehicle to CGH Medical Center. He was later transferred to Javon Bea Hospital in Rockford in serious condition, according to the release.

Sterling police Chief Alex Chavira said in the release that this is an ongoing investigation, and further information will be released as it is learned. Police officers believe this is an isolated incident and perceive no further threat to the public.

The Whiteside County Sheriff’s Office, Illinois State Police and Illinois State Police Crime Scene Services assisted at the scene.

Anyone with information regarding the shooting is asked to call the Sterling Police Department at 815-632-6640. If you wish to remain anonymous, call Whiteside County Crimestoppers at 815-625-7867.