Police Fatally Shoot Chainsaw-Wielding Man at Suburban Care Facility
Incident Occurs at River Glen of St. Charles Facility
A man was shot and killed by police after he allegedly threatened residents and staff of a suburban assisted living facility with a chainsaw on Sunday.
Police Respond to Report of Man with Chainsaw
According to St. Charles police, the incident occurred at the River Glen of St. Charles facility in the 900 block of North 5th Avenue just before 9 a.m. Sunday. Police received a call of a man who was holding a chainsaw and attempting to cut down a tree on the property of the facility. Witnesses said the man then entered the facility just before police arrived, and had begun to threaten residents with the chainsaw.
Police Attempt to De-Escalate Situation
Police attempted to de-escalate the situation, but the suspect allegedly continued to threaten residents and officers with the chainsaw. The suspect was then tased, and when he continued trying to go after others with the chainsaw, an officer opened fire, striking the individual. He was taken to an area hospital, where he was pronounced dead a short time later.
Residents and Officers Treated for Minor Injuries
According to a release from St. Charles police, residents of the facility and some of the responding officers were treated at the scene for minor injuries.
Investigation Underway
Illinois State Police will lead the investigation into the officer-involved shooting in accordance with state law and department policy. No further information was available at this time on how many individuals were injured in the incident.
Conclusion
The incident serves as a tragic reminder of the dangers of using potentially deadly weapons and the importance of prioritizing public safety.
FAQs
* When did the incident occur?
The incident occurred on Sunday just before 9 a.m.
* Where did the incident occur?
The incident occurred at the River Glen of St. Charles facility in the 900 block of North 5th Avenue.
* What was the suspect doing when police arrived?
The suspect was holding a chainsaw and attempting to cut down a tree on the property of the facility.
* What happened after the suspect was tased?
The suspect continued trying to go after others with the chainsaw, and an officer opened fire, striking the individual.
