Starnes was shot and killed by agents as they interrupted a bank robbery. Agents observed two suspects drive north from Chicago across the Wisconsin border, join with Starnes in a stolen Honda Civic with stolen plates, then return across the state line to the parking lot of a branch bank in Richmond, Illinois. While being apprehended Starnes reportedly rammed police vehicles in an escape attempt and was fatally shot.
Victim's Name: Tony Starnes
Agency Responsible: Federal Bureau of Investigation
Gender: Male
Age: 45
Race: Unknown race
Date of Death: May 10, 2013
County: McHenry
Cause of Death: Gunshot
Official Disposition: Justified
Criminal Charges: No known charges
Mental Illness: No
Armed: Vehicle
Weapon: vehicle
Geography: Rural