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Man killed in early morning Rock Falls shooting identified

Arthur Nicewanner was found dead inside a home at 214 East 6th Street - just before 5 a.m. on Wednesday, August 4.

ROCK FALLS, Ill. — We now know the name of the man shot to death in Rock Falls early Wednesday morning. 

56-year-old Arthur Nicewanner was found dead inside a home at 214 East 6th Street - just before 5 a.m. on Wednesday, August 4.

Police also found a woman who was shot multiple times in the stomach. She was taken to the hospital and is in serious condition. The identity of the woman is not being disclosed right now due to concerns for her safety.

Police have determined the shooting to be a homicide. Right now, there is no description of the suspect and they remain at large.

Anyone with information about this crime is asked to contact Rock Falls Police at 815-622-1140 or Whiteside County Crimestoppers at 815-625-7867.

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