Man photographing schools shot dead by police near Chicago
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Police in the Chicago suburb of Zion fatally shot a man authorities say was wearing a tactical-style vest, carrying a BB gun and taking photographs of schools.
Lake County Sheriff's Detective Christopher Covelli said the 38-year-old man was killed Wednesday morning after he led officers on a foot chase and a struggle ensued.
Officers responded early Wednesday to a report that a suspicious person was taking photographs of two local schools. Investigators found the suspect, who appeared to be wearing body armor, and the pursuit and shooting followed.
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Covelli said the body armor was found to be a homemade tactical-style vest with metal inserts.
The man's name hasn't been released. Zion police said they obtained a warrant to search his home.
At least seven schools were locked down during the incident.