DeKalb man charged with felonies after police shooting following car dealership stabbing

abc7chicago.com October 31, 2024, 07:01 PM UTC

A DeKalb man, Charles M. Tripicchio, has been charged with multiple felonies after allegedly stabbing employees at a car dealership on October 23. He faces charges including Armed Violence and Attempted Armed Robbery. Tripicchio was shot by police when he refused to drop a knife and advanced toward officers. He was hospitalized but is now in good condition and will be taken to jail after his release. This incident follows Tripicchio's recent release from jail on domestic violence charges. The police investigation into the officer-involved shooting is ongoing.


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