Gunman who opened fire at a gathering in a South Dutch park was shot and killed by police on duty
CHICAGO (CBS) – A man has died after he was shot by a police officer on duty who witnessed a gun-related domestic dispute in South Holland, Illinois, Saturday night.
According to a release from the South Dutch Village, it happened during a gathering at Maicach Park.
A family dispute arises between a man and his current and ex-girlfriend at a family reunion.
The man and his current girlfriend left the gathering but then turned around and the man started shooting.
An off-duty officer from Palos Hills was also present at the same gathering and returned fire, attacking the shooter.
The gunman was taken to the hospital but later died. Village officials said no innocent bystanders were harmed.
Anyone with information about the incident is asked to contact South Dutch Police detectives at (708) 331-3131, ext. 2.