Illinois State Police are investigating an incident in which a suspect armed with a machete was fatally shot by police in Stark County, near Peoria.
Officers were attempting to execute search and arrest warrants at a home in Toulon when they encountered the resident, 66-year-old Rodney Williams.
Police say Williams had a machete and swung it at officers.
Police opened fire, striking Williams, who was pronounced dead a short time later at a nearby hospital.
No police officers were injured. State police investigators will refer their findings to the Stark County State’s Attorney.
