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Joseph Caffarello

Case from Rosemont, IL dated Jan 07, 2015

Victim Details

Joseph Caffarello

Male

White / Caucasian

Rosemont

IL

2015-01-07

31

Joseph

Caffarello

07/01/2026

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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
  • Man Killed In Officer-Involved Shooting In Rosemont - CBS News
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