Claim: Seven people died in a mass shooting in a Chicago suburb on Independence Day. Police said they believe the shooter was dressed in women's clothing to conceal his identity and help him during his escape. But some social media users are claiming, with no evidence, that he is transgender.
Fact-check: Social Media Posts Misrepresent Police Statement About Fourth of July Shooter - FactCheck.org
Verdict: seven people died in a mass shooting in a chicago suburb on independence day. police said they believe the shooter was dressed in women's clothing to conceal his identity and help him during his escape. but some social media users are claiming, with no evidence, that he is transgender.
Organisation: FactCheck.org
Author: Saranac Hale Spencer
Date published: 2022-07-08T20:49:20