Man killed in Friday night shooting on Highway 481
MORTON — Police in Morton are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred late Friday night on Highway 481, authorities said.
Officers responded to the scene just before midnight and found a man dead, police said. His identity has not been released pending notification of next of kin, authorities said. The Scott County Sheriff9s Office is assisting with the investigation.
Local police did not release additional details about the circumstances leading up to the shooting or whether any arrests have been made. Investigations of this type typically include securing the scene, collecting evidence and interviewing witnesses as officers work to determine what happened.
Shootings on public roadways can raise immediate public safety concerns and draw significant community attention. Officials said they will release more information as the investigation continues. We will provide more information as it becomes available.
