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Joseph Caffarello

Death by Force
Case Description
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Joseph Caffarello, a 31-year-old white male, died on January 7, 2015, in Rosemont, Illinois. His death was the result of a gunshot wound to the chest, inflicted by his brother-in-law, Rick Drehobl, an off-duty Rosemont police officer. The incident occurred following a domestic dispute between Joseph Caffarello and his wife, Deanna Caffarello. The altercation took place at their home in a gated community, leading to a series of events that culminated in the fatal shooting.

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  • chicagotribune.com: No charges against Rosemont officer who shot, killed brother-in-law
  • http://www.myfoxchicago.com/story/27784889/shooting-reported-in-rosemont
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    Victim Details

    Joseph Caffarello

    Male

    White / Caucasian

    Rosemont

    IL

    2015-01-07

    31

    Joseph

    Caffarello

    11/12/2025

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