Video Shows Deadly Struggle After Ill. Police Officer Finds Concealed Gun During Traffic Stop

A gas station traffic stop turned into a violent struggle when an Oak Park police officer discovered a concealed handgun during a pat-down of the driver.

What to Know

  • Oak Park police released video footage from a May 31 traffic stop that turned into a struggle after an officer discovered a concealed handgun during a pat-down of the driver.
  • Authorities said the suspect gained control of the officer's firearm and broke free during the encounter, leading the officer to open fire.
  • The suspect was struck four times, and he pronounced dead at the hospital; the officer was treated for injuries and remains on medical leave as the investigation continues.

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Joe Vince

Joining Endeavor Business Media in 2018, Joe has worked on the company's city services publications. He began working at OFFICER.com as the assistant editor. Before starting at Endeavor, Joe had worked for a variety of print and online news outlets, including the Indianapolis Star, the South Bend Tribune, Reddit and Patch.com.
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