Shirtless Man 'Wielding' Chainsaw Shot Dead After 'Confronting Residents' at Assisted Living Center: Police

Mar. 15, 2025

A photo taken outside the River Glen of St. Charles assisted living center following the Dec. 1 incident.Photo:ABC News

ABC News

On Sunday, Dec. 1 at approximately 8:45 a.m. local time, St. Charles Police Officers responded to a check the welfare call amid reports that a “shirtless male was holding a chainsaw and attempting to cut down a tree” at the River Glen of St. Charles assisted living residence in the city, per a release shared onFacebook.

A photo of the River Glen of St. Charles sign.Google Maps

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“Arriving officers attempted to de-escalate the situation; however, the suspect continued his attempts to use the chainsaw against residents of the building, and the officers,” it continued.

Police added that a taser was “deployed on the suspect but his attack continued,” sharing: “An officer was then forced to fire his service weapon, striking the suspect. First aid was immediately rendered; however, the suspect was later pronounced deceased at Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital.”

Police confirmed residents and responding officers had been “treated at the scene for minor injuries.”

“We are deeply grateful for the swift action of our team and law enforcement. We want to emphasize that our community is secure, and all residents and staff members are safe,” the post added.

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“The safety and security of our residents and staff remain our highest priority. We are working closely with law enforcement as they continue their investigation of this isolated incident,” the center continued. “We will continue to provide updates as appropriate.”

source: people.com