Man killed in Waukegan police shooting on Leith Avenue identified as Ricardo Delafuente: Lake County coroner
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The Lake County Coroner’s Office has disclosed the identity of the individual who was fatally shot by police in the northern suburbs over the weekend. This announcement came on Monday, following the incident in Waukegan, Illinois.

Ricardo Delafuente, a 58-year-old resident of Waukegan, was the victim of the shooting that took place in the 100-block of Leith Avenue, as confirmed by the coroner’s office.

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According to the coroner’s report, Delafuente’s death was the result of multiple gunshot wounds.

The incident unfolded when Waukegan police responded to a call just before 3 p.m. on Saturday, concerning a man who had allegedly attempted suicide.

Upon arrival, three officers were present at the scene, as verified by the Waukegan police department.

During the encounter, shots were fired at Delafuente by the officers, leading to his death.

The exact circumstances surrounding the shooting are not yet known. No one else was hurt.

At least five evidence markers could be seen on the doorsteps of a home in the area.

Crime tape was wrapped around several homes. ABC7 also saw a Waukegan police cruiser towed away from the scene.

The Illinois State Police Public Integrity Unit is investigating.

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