Police: Officer Fatally Shoots Teen in Northeastern Illinois

ZION, Ill. (AP) — Authorities are investigating after a 17-year-old boy was shot and killed by a police officer in northeastern Illinois over the weekend.

Zion police say officers were dispatched Saturday afternoon after receiving a call about an argument or fight. Police say a male ran away when police arrived, leading officers on a chase.

The teen was shot around 2 p.m. Saturday in Zion. Officers attempted to administer medical aid at the scene, and the teen was taken to a local hospital, where he was pronounced dead.

Police say a handgun was recovered at the scene of the shooting.

The identities of the officer and teen haven’t been released by police.

No further details were available late Sunday night.

ReCENT POSTS

Loading...