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On 05/07/2026, Saginaw police went to a residence in the 1300 block of North Creek Drive to serve a felony arrest warrant on Alexavier Nalani Nahoolewa. Police said Nahoolewa resisted arrest and a physical confrontation developed between him and officers inside the home. During the struggle, a Saginaw police officer opened fire, striking Nahoolewa. Officers transported him to John Peter Smith Hospital in Fort Worth, where he later died. Authorities have not publicly released detailed information about the confrontation or whether Nahoolewa was armed. Court records showed a judge issued the felony warrant after Nahoolewa missed a court appearance connected to earlier charges including evading arrest and unauthorized use of a vehicle. The Texas Rangers are investigating the shooting. Family members described Nahoolewa as a caring and energetic young man and later organized a fundraiser for funeral expenses.

https://www.cbsnews.com/texas/news/saginaw-tx-suspect-shot-north-creek-drive-police-investigation/
https://www.star-telegram.com/news/local/crime/article315703962.html
https://www.fox4news.com/news/missed-court-appearance-led-warrant-saginaw-mans-arrest-fatal-officer-involved-shooting

On 05/07/2026, Boone County deputies responded to the 5100 block of North Douglas Drive after reports of a shooting involving Steven A. Swanson. Police said Swanson shot and killed a 35 year old man and seriously injured a 65 year old woman, both relatives. Swanson then left the area in a blue Ford Bronco and police escalated a vehicle chase into Randolph County. Missouri State Highway Patrol troopers and Boone County deputies deployed tire deflation devices and performed a PIT maneuver on Highway 63 near Clark, causing the Bronco to enter a ditch. Police said Swanson fired multiple rounds, striking a state patrol vehicle during the chase. Officers did not return fire. After the vehicle stopped, officers used a drone to survey the area and found Swanson dead from a self inflicted gunshot wound inside the vehicle. Authorities later said Swanson had recently been released from a 120 day shock incarceration program and placed on probation following a domestic assault case.

https://abc17news.com/news/crime/2026/05/07/sheriffs-office-confirms-1-dead-after-shooting-chase-crime-scene-northeast-of-columbia/
https://abc17news.com/news/crime/2026/05/08/man-who-shot-himself-after-chase-shootings-had-just-been-released-on-probation/
https://krcgtv.com/news/local/pursuit-suspect-kills-man-injures-woman-before-crash-and-taking-his-own-life
https://939theeagle.com/update-suspect-in-boone-county-homicide-pursuit-was-released-from-prison-about-a-week-ago/

On 05/06/2026, deputies with the Polk County Sheriff’s Office attempted a traffic stop on Landrum Road near the South Carolina state line. Police said Willie Gist did not stop and deputies chased the vehicle through the City of Landrum and into western North Carolina. According to the North Carolina Highway Patrol, Gist lost control while negotiating a curve on Hunting Country Road near Cherokee Hill Lane. The vehicle left the roadway, traveled down an embankment, and overturned. Gist was ejected from the vehicle and died from his injuries. The North Carolina Highway Patrol investigated the crash.

https://www.foxcarolina.com/2026/05/06/driver-flees-traffic-stop-causes-traffic-collision-wnc-deputies-say/
https://www.foxcarolina.com/news/north-carolina/

On 05/06/2026, Ellis County deputies responded to the 100 block of Carol Lane in Red Oak after reports that Michael Bradley Davis Sr., 49, was suicidal and had already shot himself. Deputies entered the residence and attempted to communicate with Davis while emergency medical personnel staged nearby. According to investigators, Davis was holding a firearm during the encounter. Police said Davis pointed the gun toward deputies, and at least one deputy opened fire, striking and killing him. Davis was pronounced dead at the residence. The Texas Department of Public Safety Rangers are conducting the investigation into the shooting. Family members later described Davis as struggling with severe emotional distress before the incident.

https://www.wfaa.com/article/news/crime/disturbance-in-red-oak-leads-to-fatal-shooting-involving-sheriffs-deputies-officials-say/287-dbdc541d-1e7e-4e0c-9f9e-b109d198839b
https://www.fox4news.com/news/ellis-county-sheriffs-deputies-shoot-kill-suicidal-man-red-oak
https://www.cbsnews.com/texas/news/dps-identifies-man-ellis-county-deputy-shooting-red-oak/

Deputies from the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department Civil Unit arrived at a residence in the 17400 block of Sequoia Street around 7:56 a.m. to conduct a lockout and remove residents after a previously issued notice to vacate. Deputies knocked on the door and received no response. As a maintenance worker unlocked the residence, deputies heard a muffled noise from inside the home. Deputies entered and located Christopher Eiselstein suffering from a gunshot wound. He was pronounced dead. Investigators said they did not find anything suspicious and believe the gunshot wound was self-inflicted. The Sheriff’s Specialized Investigations Division is handling the investigation.

https://www.vvng.com/deputies-conducting-vacate-order-in-hesperia-locate-39-year-old-man-dead-inside-home/

Cass County deputies responded to a domestic disturbance in the area of Pine Lake Street and Harris Street in Edwardsburg. Dispatchers warned responding fire and medical crews to stage away from the area because it was considered unsafe to enter. Police said Tony Artusi had a firearm during the incident. Officers later opened fire and killed him. Michigan State Police said troopers are conducting the investigation into the shooting. Authorities later publicly identified Artusi as the person killed during the encounter.

https://wwmt.com/news/local/fire-police-crews-staged-in-cass-county-as-dispatch-deems-area-unsafe-for-entry-domestic-situation-edwardsburg-nature-situation-cass-county-michigan
https://www.wndu.com/2026/05/06/michigan-state-police-investigating-officer-involved-shooting-cass-county/
https://www.wndu.com/2026/05/07/police-identify-suspect-killed-cass-county-officer-involved-shooting/

Stewart County deputies responded to a domestic disturbance near Dover after authorities said Craig Berry shot his wife during an argument at their home on 05/01/2026. Berry fled into heavily wooded terrain before deputies arrived. Police escalated a large multi agency manhunt involving the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, United States Marshals Service, and Tennessee Highway Patrol. Authorities described Berry as a retired Special Forces veteran with extensive survival training who was familiar with the area and believed to be armed. During searches on 05/06/2026, deputies and TBI agents located Berry dead in the woods near the River Trace Road area. The Stewart County Sheriff’s Office said initial indications showed he died from a self inflicted gunshot wound. Berry’s wife survived the shooting and was later released from the hospital.

https://www.wsmv.com/2026/05/06/special-forces-veteran-center-manhunt-after-allegedly-shooting-his-wife-has-been-found-dead-tennessee/
https://www.cbsnews.com/news/craig-berry-tennessee-dead/
https://abc7chicago.com/post/special-forces-veteran-craig-berry-accused-shooting-wife-fleeing-sparking-manhunt-stewart-county-tennessee-sheriff/19052548/

A 63 year old woman called 911 and reported that her husband, Kevin LaPage, was chasing her on Highway 1 near Elmwood while driving a separate pickup truck. The caller told dispatchers that LaPage rammed her vehicle multiple times and attempted to run her off the road during the rolling domestic disturbance. Cass County deputies and Nebraska State Patrol troopers responded to the area. Authorities said LaPage later drove off the roadway, entered a field, and crashed into an outbuilding. Deputies used a drone to examine the wrecked truck before approaching. LaPage was found dead inside the vehicle. The Cass County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the incident.

https://www.ketv.com/article/cass-county-deputies-say-husband-dies-after-crashing-truck-during-domestic-incident/71235385
https://www.ksnblocal4.com/2026/05/07/man-dead-after-allegedly-trying-run-woman-off-road-cass-county/
https://klin.com/2026/05/07/cass-county-man-killed-in-crash-during-domestic-disturbance/

Authorities said Hernan Marrero drove a Jeep south in the northbound lanes of Route 1 in Lynnfield shortly after 2 a.m. Massachusetts State Police received multiple 911 calls reporting the wrong-way vehicle. Trooper Kevin Trainor and other troopers responded to intercept the Jeep. Marrero’s vehicle struck Trainor’s cruiser head on near the Saugus and Lynnfield line. Marrero died in the crash. Investigators later identified him as a 50 year old man from the Roslindale neighborhood of Boston. The Essex County District Attorney’s Office and Massachusetts State Police are investigating the collision.

https://turnto10.com/news/local/massachusetts-state-police-trooper-dies-after-wrong-way-crash-on-route-1-lynnfield-may-6-2026
https://www.wmtw.com/article/massachusetts-wrong-way-crash-trooper-killed-lynnfield/71231686
https://www.nbcboston.com/news/local/mass-state-trooper-deadly-crash-lynnfield/3945772/

Richardson police responded to Good Vibes Bar and Grill around 10 p.m. after receiving reports that a man with a knife was threatening people and saying he intended to kill multiple people. Police said Stephen Kwembe stabbed four people inside the business before officers arrived. Officers encountered Kwembe outside the entrance while he was still holding a knife. Police gave repeated commands for him to drop the knife. Authorities said Kwembe refused commands and moved toward officers. Two officers opened fire and killed him. Four stabbing victims were transported to hospitals with injuries. Police later released audio and video connected to the incident, including calls in which Kwembe allegedly told dispatchers officers would have to kill him. The Texas Rangers are investigating the shooting.

https://dfwscanner.net/2026/05/07/suspect-killed-by-police-after-stabbing-multiple-people-at-richardson-bar/
https://www.fox4news.com/news/richardson-restaurant-stabbing-good-vibes-bar
https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/four-injured-in-richardson-knife-attack-suspect-killed-by-officers/4021297/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nVyaa6lmpAw

Edinburg police responded to the 2500 block of West Sprague Street after an elderly homeowner called authorities because he was upset about irrigation workers conducting maintenance near his property. Police said Steven Orth demanded that the workers leave and continued arguing with responding officers. Authorities said Orth told officers he would retrieve a firearm if the workers did not leave. Police stated officers then saw that Orth already had a pistol in his waistband. According to police, Orth removed the firearm and pointed it toward officers. Officers opened fire and killed him. The Texas Rangers are investigating the shooting.

https://myrgv.com/local-news/2026/05/06/edinburg-police-shoot-armed-elderly-man-who-was-angry-at-irrigation-workers/
https://theedinburgadvocate.com/2026/05/homeowner-fatally-shot-after-pointing-gun-at-edinburg-police/
https://www.krgv.com/news/elderly-edinburg-man-killed-in-officer-involved-shooting/

South Bend police responded to the Phillips 66 gas station on Portage Avenue near Cleveland Road after a mother requested a welfare check for her 25 year old daughter who was reportedly experiencing a mental health crisis. Officers located Hannah Aberegg at the gas station shortly before 3:30 p.m. Police said shots were fired about two minutes later. Indiana State Police said surveillance footage showed Aberegg with a handgun before officers opened fire. She was transported to a hospital where she later died. South Bend Police Chief Scott Ruszkowski said one South Bend officer fired a weapon during the incident. Indiana State Police is leading the investigation.

https://www.wndu.com/2026/05/06/investigation-underway-after-officer-involved-shooting-reported-south-bend/
https://www.abc57.com/news/Officer-involved-shooting-results-in-the-death-of-a-female-individual-in-South-Bend
https://wsbt.com/news/local/police-identify-woman-shot-and-killed-officer-involved-shooting-phillips-66-portage-cleveland-indiana-state-police-investigation-south-bend-indiana
https://www.wndu.com/2026/05/07/police-identify-woman-who-died-south-bend-officer-involved-shooting/

On 05/06/2026, officers with the Susanville Police Department responded to a welfare check at the 300 block of Richmond Road after family members expressed concerns about three children staying with Ngirasiau "Derek" Sikong. Police said Sikong was holding a machete and acting erratically. According to investigators, Sikong held a two year old child outside a second story window before pulling the child back inside. Officers opened fire through the window and entered the residence. Police reported that Sikong struck Officer David Lee with a machete, causing a shoulder injury. Officers opened fire again and killed Sikong. Three children were removed from the residence without reported physical injuries. Officer Lee was treated at a hospital and released. The Lassen County Law Enforcement Interagency Investigation Team investigated the shooting and the Lassen County District Attorney determined the officers' actions were legally justified.

https://krcrtv.com/news/local/susanville-police-publish-bodycam-footage-from-may-6-fatal-officer-involved-shooting
https://www.2news.com/news/local/susanville-police-release-video-in-police-shooting-of-suspect-with-a-machete/article_e9a9d9a5-ecd3-434a-a0ed-6b3bf990c55a.html
https://susanvillestuff.com/susanville-pd-releases-bodycam-footage-of-officer-involved-shooting/

On 05/05/2026, deputies with the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office and troopers with the Georgia State Patrol attempted to stop a vehicle on Interstate 75 in Monroe County. Police said the driver did not stop and officers chased the vehicle southbound on the interstate. During the pursuit, the fleeing vehicle entered the northbound lanes while traveling the wrong direction and collided head on with another vehicle near mile marker 190. Two people were killed in the crash, including the fleeing driver and the uninvolved driver of the other vehicle. The crash shut down portions of Interstate 75 for several hours while investigators processed the area.

https://www.13wmaz.com/article/news/local/2-killed-after-wrong-way-driver-crashes-on-i-75-in-monroe-county/93-0a4c5df7-f6ea-4e1c-9d0d-5a3f6d90f8d7
https://www.41nbc.com/two-dead-after-wrong-way-crash-on-i-75-in-monroe-county/
https://www.wsbtv.com/news/local/2-killed-after-wrong-way-driver-crashes-head-on-into-another-car-i-75-monroe-county/GY2K7LQZ5VHTZBKNQH5JY6S7AI/

On 05/05/2026, deputies with the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office and troopers with the Georgia State Patrol attempted to stop a vehicle on Interstate 75 in Monroe County. Police said the driver did not stop and officers chased the vehicle southbound on the interstate. During the pursuit, the fleeing vehicle entered the northbound lanes while traveling the wrong direction and collided head on with another vehicle near mile marker 190. Two people were killed in the crash, including the fleeing driver and the uninvolved driver of the other vehicle. The crash shut down portions of Interstate 75 for several hours while investigators processed the area.

https://www.13wmaz.com/article/news/local/2-killed-after-wrong-way-driver-crashes-on-i-75-in-monroe-county/93-0a4c5df7-f6ea-4e1c-9d0d-5a3f6d90f8d7
https://www.41nbc.com/two-dead-after-wrong-way-crash-on-i-75-in-monroe-county/
https://www.wsbtv.com/news/local/2-killed-after-wrong-way-driver-crashes-head-on-into-another-car-i-75-monroe-county/GY2K7LQZ5VHTZBKNQH5JY6S7AI/

On 05/05/2026, Bibb County sheriff’s deputies attempted to stop a vehicle on Interstate 75 after deputies said the driver was speeding and driving recklessly. The driver did not stop. Deputies chased the vehicle southbound on Interstate 75. Police said the fleeing vehicle crossed into northbound lanes and crashed head on into another vehicle near Arkwright Road. Two people in the struck vehicle were killed. The fleeing driver and another occupant suffered injuries and were transported to a hospital. Interstate 75 was shut down for several hours during the investigation. The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the crash.

https://www.13wmaz.com/article/news/local/2-killed-in-wrong-way-crash-following-police-chase-on-i-75/93-d1cc5bad-55d4-428e-9a8c-90c302d5d8dd

On 05/05/2026, Bibb County sheriff’s deputies attempted to stop a vehicle on Interstate 75 after deputies said the driver was speeding and driving recklessly. The driver did not stop. Deputies chased the vehicle southbound on Interstate 75. Police said the fleeing vehicle crossed into northbound lanes and crashed head on into another vehicle near Arkwright Road. Two people in the struck vehicle were killed. The fleeing driver and another occupant suffered injuries and were transported to a hospital. Interstate 75 was shut down for several hours during the investigation. The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the crash.

https://www.13wmaz.com/article/news/local/2-killed-in-wrong-way-crash-following-police-chase-on-i-75/93-d1cc5bad-55d4-428e-9a8c-90c302d5d8dd

On 05/05/2026, officers with the Amesbury Police Department attempted to stop a Toyota RAV4 for speeding on Hillside Avenue. Police said the driver initially pulled over on Sparhawk Street but drove away before officers could make contact. Police chased the vehicle for approximately two minutes through Amesbury before the SUV crashed at the intersection of Elm Street and Route 110. Beiker Alexander Guerrero Perez, who was riding in the back seat, was ejected from the vehicle during the crash and was struck by another vehicle. He died from his injuries. Police arrested driver Yenciel Soto, 18, along with passengers Felix Agramonte, 24, and Iran Soto-Custodio, 29, on multiple drug trafficking and pursuit-related charges.

https://www.masslive.com/news/2026/05/authorities-identify-man-killed-in-amesbury-crash-after-car-chase-with-police.html
https://www.wcvb.com/article/amesbury-police-pursuit-fatal-crash/71221009
https://www.boston25news.com/news/local/man-killed-after-being-ejected-during-amesbury-police-chase-crash-three-facing-charges/HH45MGY2XZHLBFJEGD4RZV5JKE/

On 05/05/2026, Fort Worth police attempted to stop a vehicle near Texas Motor Speedway. The driver did not stop. Police chased the vehicle near Interstate 35W and Champions Circle before the vehicle crashed in the 3600 block of Outlet Boulevard. The driver died at the scene. Police closed portions of the roadway during the investigation. Authorities have not yet released the identity of the person who died. The incident remains under investigation.

https://www.wfaa.com/article/news/local/tarrant-county/fort-worth-police-outlet-boulevard-texas-motor-speedway/287-b6d304c1-09e8-447e-b91a-97b2505bdfa7

San Antonio police officers and SWAT members went to the Mission Villas apartment complex on West Dickson Avenue to arrest Damian Barajas on multiple felony warrants, including a parole violation and assault related charges. Police used a flashbang device during the operation. Barajas ran from officers and police said he fired a gun toward officers during the encounter. Officers Jonathan Reyes and Salvator Hernandez opened fire and killed him. Authorities said both officers were placed on administrative leave following the shooting. Family members at the apartment complex later accused police of using excessive force. Multiple SAPD units and the Bexar County District Attorney’s Office are investigating the shooting.

https://www.kens5.com/article/news/crime/texas-san-antonio-police-shooting-officer-south-side-fatal-dead-crime/273-c39d5143-bb92-4c9e-9f87-1a3ce9740dd8
https://www.expressnews.com/news/article/swat-team-fatal-shooting-suspect-south-side-22244413.php
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kxpa-f1L0RY

On 05/04/2026, Thurston County Sheriff’s Office deputies attempted to stop a wrong-way driver near Old Highway 99 and 183rd Avenue Southwest in Thurston County. Police said the driver refused to stop and continued driving recklessly. During the chase, the driver crossed into oncoming traffic and crashed head-on into a vehicle driven by Warren Wessling. Wessling was killed in the collision. Police said the fleeing driver also died following the crash. The Washington State Patrol is investigating the incident.

https://www.king5.com/article/news/local/thurston-county-wrong-way-driver-crash/281-5a2d3d8d-6a4f-4c0d-bf7a-3b7bcb50d8a2
https://www.kiro7.com/news/local/two-killed-head-on-crash-after-wrong-way-driver-pursuit-thurston-county/
https://www.theolympian.com/news/local/article302521984.html

On 05/04/2026, law enforcement officers responded to a reported home invasion and vehicle theft in Valentine, Texas. Authorities said Noel Armendariz forced entry into a residence, stole multiple vehicles, and drove through several counties while police chased him through Jeff Davis and Presidio counties. Valentine ISD was temporarily placed on lockdown during the incident.
According to authorities, Armendariz opened fire on pursuing officers during the chase. Officers opened fire during the confrontation, striking and killing him near Highway 90 outside Valentine.
Authorities initially stated they did not know the man’s identity for several days after the shooting. The Texas Rangers are conducting the investigation.

https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/05/04/valentines-isd-placed-lockdown-after-armed-burglary-report/
https://cbs7.com/news/local/2026/05/04/valentine-isd-lockdown-lifted-after-police-activity/
https://www.yahoo.com/news/valentine-isd-lockdown-lifted-police-233400676.html
https://bigbendsentinel.com/2026/05/17/man-killed-in-valentine-officer-involved-shooting-identified/
https://bigbendsentinel.com/2026/05/04/police-kill-man-after-valentine-home-invasion-car-theft/
https://www.firstalert7.com/2026/05/04/valentines-isd-placed-lockdown-after-armed-burglary-report/

On 05/04/2026, Eau Claire County sheriff’s deputies responded to a three vehicle crash at the intersection of Highway 312/North Crossing and Highway 12 in the Town of Union. Investigators said Kelly Whalen, 34, fled from the crash area on foot. Deputy Joseph Wollum left the crash location and later encountered Whalen near Lyle Lane and Chuck Lane. Police said Whalen was holding a knife during the confrontation. Deputy Wollum opened fire, striking and killing him. Authorities said a knife was recovered nearby. One person involved in the original crash suffered non life threatening injuries. The Wisconsin Department of Justice Division of Criminal Investigation is leading the investigation.

https://www.wqow.com/eye-on-eau-claire/dci-investigating-fatal-officer-involved-shooting-in-eau-claire-county/article_edb351ea-d00b-486d-9a9b-75d99275e91f.html
https://www.weau.com/2026/05/05/dci-investigating-officer-involved-shooting-eau-claire-county/
https://www.wqow.com/news/crime/dci-investigating-fatal-officer-involved-shooting-in-eau-claire-county/article_edb351ea-d00b-486d-9a9b-75d99275e91f.html

On 05/04/2026, Stockton police responded to a disturbance call at 1275 Deep Cliff Way. During the encounter, officers opened fire and killed an adult male. Police stated a gun was recovered during the incident. Authorities reported the man killed was not holding a firearm at the time of the shooting, though police said other weapons may have been involved. The identity of the man killed had not been publicly released. Investigators with the Stockton Police Department and the San Joaquin County District Attorney’s Office responded to investigate the shooting.

https://www.kcra.com/article/stockton-police-shooting-deep-cliff-way-ax/71205361
https://www.abc10.com/article/news/local/stockton/stockton-police-officer-involved-shooting-deep-cliff-way/103-3d0d2b5f-0d34-4ef6-b9fd-c4c4f6cb63cf
https://www.cbsnews.com/sacramento/news/stockton-police-officer-involved-shooting-deep-cliff-way/

On 05/04/2026, Jacksonville sheriff’s officers responded to a reported burglary near Rigel Road and 204 Century 21 Drive. Police said a man kicked in the doors of four occupied homes, including one where children were present. Authorities said surveillance video showed the man approaching officers in a driveway while holding a handgun and pointing it at them. Four officers opened fire and killed him. Police said the man was in his 30s and had prior arrests in Florida and Texas. His identity had not been publicly released. The State Attorney’s Office is investigating the shooting.

https://www.news4jax.com/news/local/2026/05/05/man-shot-killed-by-officers-following-4-home-break-ins-jso/
https://www.instagram.com/reel/DX8y632OoI2/

On 05/04/2026, law enforcement officers responded to an incident in Cannon Ball, North Dakota. During the encounter, officers opened fire and killed a 27-year-old man. Authorities released limited information about the circumstances leading to the shooting. The North Dakota Bureau of Criminal Investigation is investigating the incident. The identity of the man killed had not been publicly released.

https://www.kfyrtv.com/2026/05/04/cannon-ball-man-dies-officer-involved-shooting/

On 05/04/2026, Wichita police and a mental health response team responded to a call involving a man in mental health crisis in the 1400 block of West Haskell Avenue. Family members reported the man was suicidal and had access to firearms. Police attempted to contact him by phone before approaching the residence. According to Wichita police, an officer heard a gunshot from inside a vehicle as the officer approached. Officers then opened fire into the vehicle. Witnesses later questioned the sequence of events and whether police fired before or after the gunshot inside the vehicle. Authorities said the 27-year-old man died from a gunshot wound. His identity had not been publicly released. The Sedgwick County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the shooting.

https://www.kake.com/home/witness-questions-sequence-of-events-in-fatal-southwest-wichita-officer-involved-shooting/article_8ff01e2b-1972-49a6-9c44-47ebaa45934c.html
https://www.kake.com/home/man-in-mental-health-crisis-dies-in-officer-involved-shooting-in-southwest-wichita-police-say/article_f63f9d7e-a892-4fa8-9eee-0522669c6f01.html
https://www.kwch.com/2026/05/05/man-dies-after-officer-involved-shooting-wichita/

On 05/04/2026, Tuscaloosa police attempted a traffic stop after officers said they smelled what they believed to be illegal drugs coming from a vehicle driven by Elyis Kani Taylor, 20. Taylor did not stop. Police chased the vehicle through Tuscaloosa, onto Interstate 20 into Greene County, and back north on U.S. Highway 11 at speeds exceeding 100 mph. Tuscaloosa County sheriff’s deputies deployed spike strips near Fosters Ball Park, but the vehicle continued for several more miles before leaving the roadway and crashing into a wooded area. Officers pulled Taylor from the vehicle and transported him to a hospital, where he died. Investigators said evidence and an initial medical examination indicated Taylor suffered a self-inflicted gunshot wound during the pursuit. Police recovered a loaded gun from the vehicle. A family member told investigators Taylor called during the chase. Authorities said the incident was recorded on dash and body cameras. The Tuscaloosa Violent Crimes Unit and Northport Police Department Accident Reconstruction Unit are investigating.

https://www.wvtm13.com/article/alabama-driver-dies-tuscaloosa-interestate-police-chase/71215129

On 05/02/2026, Eau Claire County sheriff’s deputies responded to the 5500 block of Olson Drive after reports of a disturbance involving a man with a gun. Deputies located the man outside the residence. Police said the situation escalated and deputies opened fire, killing him. The Wisconsin Department of Justice Division of Criminal Investigation is investigating the shooting. Deputies involved in the shooting were placed on administrative assignment during the investigation.

https://www.wqow.com/eye-on-eau-claire/dci-investigating-fatal-officer-involved-shooting-in-eau-claire-county/article_edb351ea-d00b-486d-9a9b-75d99275e91f.html

North Carolina Highway Patrol said Michael Hall was driving north on the Yadkin River Veterans Memorial Bridge around 9 a.m. when he ran off the left side of the roadway, overcorrected, and crashed into a concrete barrier. The vehicle overturned onto its side. Davidson County sheriff’s officials said Hall broke a window, climbed out of the vehicle, and jumped from the bridge into the water below. Rescue crews later recovered him from the water and the Davidson County Sheriff’s Office pronounced him dead. Officials said an autopsy will determine the cause of death.

https://www.witn.com/2026/05/07/jacksonville-man-dies-after-jumping-into-water-following-crash-davidson-county-bridge/
https://www.witn.com/video/2026/05/07/1pm-authorities-say-jacksonville-man-dies-after-jumping-off-bridge-following-davidson-county-crash/

On 05/03/2026, a Nebraska State Patrol trooper attempted to stop a motorcycle for speeding on westbound Interstate 80 in Lincoln around 7:50 p.m. Police said Jeffery McDonald, 59, refused to stop and accelerated away. Police chased the motorcycle through traffic on Interstate 80 as McDonald drove onto the shoulder and exited the interstate near mile marker 395. While taking the off-ramp, McDonald lost control of the motorcycle and crashed. Troopers arrived moments later and called for paramedics. McDonald was pronounced dead following the crash. The Nebraska State Patrol requested the Lancaster County Sheriff’s Office conduct the investigation. Police said the pursuit lasted less than three minutes.

https://omaha.com/news/state-regional/crime-courts/article_eee366d8-8514-4f43-95fb-44f335aa8da5.html

On 05/03/2026, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department officers attempted to stop a vehicle reported stolen near Old Pineville Road shortly after 10 p.m. Police said the driver refused to stop, after which officers deactivated their emergency equipment. An officer working an off-duty assignment later followed the vehicle from a distance and saw it crash on Interstate 77 near Nations Ford Road. Two people exited the vehicle and ran from the crash. One person was taken into custody. The second person ran across the interstate into the southbound lanes and was struck by an oncoming vehicle and killed. North Carolina State Highway Patrol and Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department detectives are investigating the incident.

https://www.qcnews.com/charlotte/stolen-car-suspect-fatally-struck-by-vehicle-on-i-77-after-fleeing-from-officers-cmpd/
https://www.wcnc.com/article/news/crime/car-crash-causes-major-backup-on-i-77s-in-west-charlotte/275-3a0eabfc-0728-4307-8cb0-e122fdd6e9e5
https://www.wbtv.com/2026/05/04/person-dies-after-getting-hit-i-77-following-stolen-car-crash-charlotte-police-say/

On 05/03/2026, Mohave County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded around 12:30 p.m. to a gas station in the 6000 block of East Andy Devine Avenue in Kingman after reports of an erratic driver who damaged a gas pump. Deputies contacted the man and told him he was under arrest. Police said the man then pulled out a weapon during the encounter. A deputy opened fire, striking and killing him. The man was pronounced dead following the shooting. Arizona Department of Public Safety is investigating the incident.

https://www.azfamily.com/2026/05/03/armed-suspect-dead-after-deputy-involved-shooting-kingman/
https://www.abc15.com/news/crime/deputy-shoots-and-kills-suspect-with-active-warrant-east-of-kingman-saturday
https://www.azfamily.com/video/2026/05/03/armed-man-shot-killed-by-deputies-kingman-gas-station/

On 05/03/2026, Chattanooga Police Department officers responded just after 9:30 p.m. to a disturbance call in the 2200 block of East 27th Street. Police encountered Billy Joe Williams, 48, during the response. During the encounter, an officer opened fire, striking Williams under circumstances that have not been publicly explained. Williams was transported to a local hospital, where he was pronounced dead. The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation is conducting the investigation into the shooting.

https://www.timesfreepress.com/news/2026/may/03/chattanooga-man-shot-killed-by-police-after/
https://www.wsmv.com/2026/05/04/tbi-investigating-after-chattanooga-police-fatally-shoot-man-while-responding-disturbance-call/

On 05/03/2026, Cobb County Police Department officers responded around 8:30 a.m. to a welfare check at a residence on Vandiver Drive near Rainwater Drive in northeast Cobb County. Police attempted to contact a man inside the home but were unsuccessful. Officers later obtained a search warrant and reported hearing a gunshot from inside the residence shortly after 11 a.m. Cobb County SWAT officers deployed a drone and observed a man holding a firearm inside the home. Crisis negotiators attempted to communicate with him for several hours. During the standoff, police said the man opened fire on officers and officers returned fire, wounding him. Police stated communication continued until the man later died by suicide inside the residence. Officers entering the home found two deceased individuals inside. Police have not publicly identified either person or disclosed how the second person died. The Georgia Bureau of Investigation is investigating the officer-involved shooting and Cobb police are conducting the death investigation.

https://www.mdjonline.com/news/two-dead-after-officer-involved-shooting-in-east-cobb/article_0eac8984-3299-4621-a522-659394b750af.html
https://eastcobbnews.com/police-2-dead-in-ne-cobb-after-officer-involved-shooting/
https://www.fox5atlanta.com/news/east-cobb-swat-standoff-vandiver-drive-deaths

On 05/02/2026, Arvada Police Department officers responded to the Willow Green Townhomes at 6985 Sheridan Blvd after reports of an armed man involved in a barricade situation. Police established a perimeter around the residence and attempted negotiations for several hours. During the incident, officers encountered the man while he had a gun. Officers opened fire, striking and killing him. The 1st Judicial District Critical Incident Response Team is investigating the shooting.

https://www.cbsnews.com/colorado/news/barricade-situation-northwest-denver-metro-area-fatal-shooting/

On 05/02/2026, Collin County Sheriff’s Office deputies attempted to stop a vehicle after police said it nearly struck a patrol unit and was suspected of driving while intoxicated. Police chased the stolen vehicle through McKinney at high speeds. During the pursuit, the driver traveled the wrong way on the roadway before crashing near Virginia Parkway and Independence Parkway. The vehicle burst into flames after the crash. A juvenile passenger was killed. The juvenile driver escaped the burning vehicle and was transported to a hospital. McKinney Police Department is leading the investigation.

https://www.dallasnews.com/news/crime/article/juvenile-died-wrong-way-crash-police-pursuit-22238531.php?taid=69f6c00d563ff900012b00fb&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
https://www.cbsnews.com/texas/news/juvenile-killed-stolen-car-bursts-into-flames-dwi-pursuit-mckinney/
https://www.irvingweekly.com/s/12704/Juvenile-Killed-in-Fiery-Crash-After-Police-Pursuit-in-McKinney.php

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY:
On 05/02/2026, Woodburn Police Department Officer Jackson Ryan responded around 10:41 p.m. to a 911 call reporting an aggressive man causing a disturbance on Arney Road Northeast near Woodburn. Police contacted Israel Hernandez-Martinez, 37, in the roadway. Police said Hernandez-Martinez was holding multiple tire irons. During a confrontation, Officer Ryan opened fire, striking and killing Hernandez-Martinez. Multiple officers responded after the shooting. Salem Police Department is leading the investigation under Marion County’s deadly force protocol with assistance from the Marion County Sheriff’s Office and Oregon State Police.

https://katu.com/news/local/police-urge-public-to-avoid-arney-road-as-salem-police-lead-shooting-investigation-oregon-marion-county-woodburn-arney-road-office-involved-shooting
https://www.kptv.com/2026/05/03/man-brandishing-tire-irons-shot-killed-by-police-woodburn-during-confrontation/
https://woodburnindependent.com/2026/05/03/woodburn-pd-shooting-leaves-man-dead-on-arney-road/

On 05/02/2026, Lawton Police Department officers responded around 10:34 a.m. to the 500 block of Monroe Avenue regarding an assault investigation. Police contacted Anthony Montalvo, 33, who made verbal threats toward officers. Police attempted to negotiate with Montalvo for several hours. Around 8 p.m., Montalvo exited the residence holding two firearms. Police continued negotiations and ordered him to drop the weapons. When he did not comply, officers opened fire, striking him. Officers transported Montalvo to a local hospital, where he died from his injuries. The Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation is investigating the shooting.

https://www.kswo.com/2026/05/03/man-dies-officer-involved-shooting-lawton/
https://okcfox.com/news/local/osbi-investigating-officer-involved-shooting-in-lawton-05-03-2026
https://www.koco.com/article/anthony-montalvo-man-shot-by-lawton-police-dies/71196358

On 05/02/2026, San Bernardino County sheriff’s deputies responded to a domestic disturbance in the 9000 block of Whitehaven Road in the Oak Hills area near Hesperia. During the encounter, deputies opened fire and killed 67-year-old Anthony Gerard Tevis. Authorities released limited details about what led to the shooting. The San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department Specialized Investigations Division responded to investigate the incident.

https://nixle.us/HA8A5?_ga=2.190868266.1223486495.1777822184-500240268.1707439572
https://www.vvng.com/deputy-involved-shooting-under-investigation-in-oak-hills/
https://www.sbsun.com/2026/05/03/deputy-involved-shooting-investigated-in-oak-hills/