Off-Duty Cook County Deputy Killed in Woodlawn Gas Station Shootout

Deputy Rafael Wordlaw exchanged gunfire with an attempted robber, resulting in his death and injury to the suspect.

Rafael Wordlaw, 31, was shot and killed during an attempted robbery at a Woodlawn gas station.
The incident occurred early Tuesday morning, with over 65 shots fired between Wordlaw and the suspect.
The suspect, injured in the shootout, fled the scene but was later taken into custody for questioning.
Wordlaw attempted to drive away after being shot but crashed his car and was pronounced dead at the hospital.
Authorities are collaborating to bring justice for the fallen deputy.