State police investigate after suspect dies in encounter with Waukegan cops

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(WBBM NEWSRADIO) – Illinois state police are investigating a fatal shooting involving Waukegan police Wednesday afternoon.

Authorities say Waukegan police officers responded to a call about a stolen vehicle in the 3200 block of Grand Avenue in Waukegan.

When they got there, a 48-year-old man tried to get away and during a struggle with officers, the man drew a gun and was shot, officials said.

State police say Waukegan officers did not fire their guns.

The man was pronounced dead at a hospital.

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