Motorist dies after exchanging gunfire with Chicago Police

CHICAGO (AP) - A man who got out of his car after a traffic stop and exchanged gunfire with Chicago Police officers is believed to have died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound.

Department spokesman Anthony Guglielmi says police on Thursday pursued the man on the city's northwest side because he exhibited characteristics of an armed person. Deputy Chief Ernest Cato says based on evidence and statements, it appears the man suffered a self-inflicted gunshot wound to the head.

Authorities say police stopped the vehicle because the man behind the wheel was driving erratically. The driver then jumped from vehicle and ran. It was during the foot chase that the individual was observed with a gun.

Guglielmi says the Cook County medical examiner and the police department's Civilian Office of Police Accountability will investigate the shooting.