Geneva police investigate domestic related murder-suicide

Woman, man found dead in murder-suicide at Geneva home: police

A Hinsdale man fatally shot himself after calling police to report he had killed his former wife Wednesday evening in west suburban Geneva.

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Two people are dead following a domestic-related incident in suburban Geneva on Wednesday afternoon.

At approximately 5:22 p.m., Geneva police responded to a home in a quiet cul-de-sac in the 1000 block of Pebble Beach Court.

Chad L. Dockery, 49, of Hinsdale, called 911 to report he murdered his former wife, Amanda R. Dockery, 48, a resident of the Pebble Beach Court home.

At the time of the call Chad told dispatchers he was armed with a pistol.

2 fatally shot in 'domestic incident' in Geneva

Two people were fatally shot in suburban Geneva Wednesday night.

When officers arrived, he was seen inside a vehicle at the end of the home’s driveway. As the officer approached, a gun was fired.

Amanda was found inside the home suffering from two apparent gunshot wounds.

Officers rendered aid and rushed them both to the hospital. Amanda was pronounced dead at 6:06 p.m. and Chad was pronounced at 7:30 p.m.

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Amid the death investigation, a massive police presence took over the neighborhood.

A 9mm was recovered at the scene.

Geneva Police Chief Eric Passarelli said there has not been a murder in Geneva for at least the last seven years during his entire time as the chief of police.

"We’re a very tight-knit community and everyone knows each other, and even here, you talk to the neighbors and they’re very familiar with this family and it does shake you to the core, and for us too," said Passarelli.

Police said there were no children home at the time of the incident.

Meanwhile, neighbors told FOX 32 Chicago they are devastated by this news.

"I have a good idea of who it is. I hope, hope it’s not true," said Michael Sloan. "I just got back on Sunday and I haven’t seen her in a while, she got out of the car, came over, gave me a hug. Her daughter was in the car. It’s just sad. She’s a great mom, great neighbor. And it’s just a sad day."

The Kane County Major Crimes Task Force is assisting with this investigation.

If you or a loved one is feeling distressed, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. The crisis center provides free and confidential emotional support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to civilians and veterans. Call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255. Or text HOME to 741-741 (Crisis Text Line).

CLICK HERE https://afsp.org/risk-factors-and-warning-signs for the warning signs and risk factors of suicide. Call 1-800-273-TALK for free and confidential emotional support.