HARRISBURG, Ill. (WSIL) -- Harrisburg officers responded to a shots fired call on Tuesday, September 23, 2025, in the 700 block of South Granger Street.

Police said Kelly Rouse, 20, of Harrisburg, was suspected of firing a gun during an argument with another male.

After the shooting, Rouse reportedly entered a home on Park Street. Officers attempted to persuade him to exit, but it was unsuccessful.

When these attempts failed, officers entered the home and deployed a police K-9. Police said the K-9 found Rouse hiding in the basement, and he was taken into custody without further incident.

During the search, officers reported finding a handgun believed to be used in the incident. The Saline County Sheriff's Department, Harrisburg Fire Department, and Abbott EMS assisted on the scene.

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