Rockford PD investigate shooting on Melrose Street News Posted: Feb 24, 2021 / 05:43 PM CST / Updated: Feb 24, 2021 / 09:06 PM CST ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — Rockford police are investigating a shooting in the area near the 1700 block of Melrose Road. Drivers are asked to avoid the area. The incident occurred around 5:30 p.m. Shooting investigation in the 1700 block of Melrose. On going investigation. Please avoid the area— RockfordILPolice (@RockfordPD) February 24, 2021 This is a developing story.