CHICAGO (WBBM NEWSRADIO) — A man who allegedly stabbed a Chicago police officer has been charged with attempted first-degree murder.
In addition to attempted murder, 41-year-old Romaine Heath was charged with home invasion with a dangerous weapon, unlawful restraint, aggravated assault of a peace officer, home invasion, and aggravated kidnapping.
It happened on December 10th, when Chicago police said they encountered 41-year-old Romaine Heath on the 9900 block of South Wentworth Avenue, after he entered a residence and threatened a woman with a knife.
Authorities said Heath refused to drop the knife. Police tased him, but it had no effect.
Chicago police said Heath then stabbed one of the cops in the shoulder and head before that same officer shot and wounded Heath.
The officer was taken to a hospital in serious condition, while Heath was taken to a hospital in critical condition, before being placed into police custody.
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