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Case Description
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Russell Douglas Novak, a 70-year-old resident of Plano, Illinois, was fatally shot in his home on September 27, 2024. The incident occurred in the 3800 block of Pratt Street, where Plano police responded to a report of gunshots around 6:45 p.m. Upon arrival, they found Russell Novak with multiple gunshot wounds. Despite attempts at life-saving efforts, Novak succumbed to his injuries.

The shooting was part of a home invasion, and police quickly identified a suspect and a vehicle believe ...Read More
Victim Details

Russell Douglas Novak

Male

White / Caucasian

Plano

IL

2024-09-27

70

Russell

Douglas Novak

Primary Suspect Deceased

12/10/2025