CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WOWK) — The name of the man shot and killed by Charleston Police at the Charleston Area Medical Center emergency room has been released by the department.

Peter Delnardo Lilly, 46, of Charleston, died of gunshot wounds at the scene early Friday morning.

Charleston Police are still investigating. The CAMC emergency room is back open and operational.

Hospital spokesman Dale Witte released a statement that states:

"Vandalia Health CAMC General Hospital’s emergency room experienced a patient who became violent in its waiting area. Charleston Police was notified.

CAMC General Hospital’s emergency room went on diversion and was locked down for about 2 hours.

Thank you to the Charleston Police Department for the quick response. CAMC is cooperating fully with law enforceme

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