Aurora police fatally shoot armed suspect after chase

AURORA, Ill. - Aurora officials provided an update Wednesday on a fatal police shooting that occurred early in the morning.

The incident involved a suspect who fled a traffic stop, led officers on a chase, and was later shot by police after reportedly displaying a weapon.

What we know:

The situation began around 1:30 a.m. in Geneva when an officer approached a suspicious vehicle in a parking lot at 1500 South Randall Road.

The driver, suspected of being intoxicated, refused to exit the car and instead drove off, dragging the officer with him.

Less than 15 minutes later, Aurora police spotted the vehicle and attempted a traffic stop. A pursuit ensued, ending when officers deployed stop sticks near South Broadway and Hazel, bringing the vehicle to a stop.

While body camera footage has not been released, a video of the scene showed the suspect’s car with multiple bullet holes.

What they're saying:

Aurora Police Chief Keith Cross provided details about the confrontation that led to the shooting.

"As Aurora police officers attempted to contact the driver, the driver displayed a weapon, and two Aurora officers discharged their firearms, striking him," Cross said.

Officers and Kane County sheriff’s deputies rendered aid before paramedics transported the suspect to a hospital, where he was pronounced dead.

The Geneva officer who was dragged by the suspect’s car is in stable condition.

What's next:

The Kane County Major Crimes Task Force is leading the investigation. Officials stated that body camera footage will not be released while the investigation is ongoing.