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Name Withheld

Age :

Gender :Male

Race : Unknown

Date : 03/24/2026

Location : Unknown

City : Pensacola

County : Escambia

State : Florida

Agency : Pensacola Police Department

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Vehicle

Event : Driver killed by police chase crash

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On 03/24/2026, Pensacola police attempted a traffic stop on a vehicle. The driver continued driving at a high rate of speed, and police escalated a pursuit. During the pursuit, the vehicle crashed, resulting in the driver’s death. Authorities have not released the identity of the man or additional details about the circumstances leading up to the crash. The Florida Department of Law Enforcement is expected to review the incident.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://weartv.com/news/local/crash-during-police-pursuit-leaves-one-dead-in-pensacola

Name Withheld

Age :

Gender :Male

Race : Unknown

Date : 03/24/2026

Location : Carper Lane, Guyan Estates subdivision

City : Barboursville

County : Cabell

State : West Virginia

Agency : Barboursville Police Department, Cabell County Sheriff’s Office, West Virginia State Police

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Suicide

Event : Suicide under police duress

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On 03/24/2026, police responded to a barricade situation on Carper Lane in the Guyan Estates subdivision in Barboursville. Police established a perimeter and instructed residents to remain inside while multiple agencies responded. The individual remained inside the residence during the standoff. Authorities later confirmed the man died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound during the incident.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.wowktv.com/news/west-virginia/cabell-county-wv/person-barricades-self-in-barboursville-residents-told-to-stay-inside/
https://www.wsaz.com/2026/03/24/barricade-situation-underway-part-cabell-county/

Reginald Thomas

Age :44

Gender :Male

Race : Black

Date : 03/24/2026

Location : North St. Clair Street and East Third Street

City : Unknown

County : Montgomery

State : Ohio

Agency : Dayton Police Department

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police during traffic stop

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On 03/24/2026, a Dayton police officer stopped Reginald Thomas for a bicycle traffic violation near North St. Clair Street and East Third Street. When the officer attempted a pat-down, Thomas ran, and police chased him on foot. During a struggle, Thomas dropped a handgun and moved toward it again. An officer opened fire and shot him. He was transported to a hospital where he died.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.whio.com/news/local/police-investigating-reported-shooting-downtown-dayton/7MJSRYCDG5CHJGXV4RBGEXH4PI/
https://dayton247now.com/news/local/dayton-police-release-bodycam-video-after-officer-involved-shooting-leaves-man-dead

Eric Scott Davis

Age :54

Gender :Male

Race : White

Date : 03/24/2026

Location : Roadway stop

City : Phoenix

County : Maricopa

State : Arizona

Agency : Paradise Valley Police Department

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Suicide

Event : Suicide under police duress

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On 03/24/2026, officers with the Paradise Valley Police Department located a man accused of sexual abuse and moved to take him into custody. Officers stopped his vehicle and confronted him during the attempted arrest. During this police intervention, the man shot himself. He was pronounced dead shortly after. Authorities had been investigating allegations involving a minor prior to locating him.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://ktar.com/arizona-news/paradise-valley-suicide-sexual-abuse/5840549/

Zakar Jeffrey

Age :33

Gender :Male

Race : Black

Date : 03/24/2026

Location : 7100 block of SE 5th Street

City : Des Moines

County : Polk

State : Iowa

Agency : Des Moines Police Department

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police during wellbeing check

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On 03/24/2026, Des Moines Police Department officers responded to a welfare check in the 7100 block of SE 5th Street after a family member requested assistance during a possible domestic situation. Officers encountered Zakar Jeffrey inside the residence. Police reported he had a knife and moved toward another person, then moved toward officers. An officer fired, striking him. He was pronounced dead. A second person was found dead inside the residence. Authorities are continuing to investigate the incident.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.kcci.com/article/des-moines-police-shooting-welfare-check-two-dead/70838875
https://www.weareiowa.com/article/news/crime/dmpd-armed-individual-shot-killed-during-welfare-check-another-person-found-dead-flats-on-5th-apartments-se-5th-street-update-investigation/524-856410cf-5894-43f9-8316-12993685f795
https://www.kcci.com/article/des-moines-officer-identified-fatal-shooting-welfare-check/70886303
https://www.desmoinesregister.com/story/news/crime-and-courts/2026/03/30/des-moines-officer-involved-shooting-welfare-check/89391628007/

Christopher Lee Johnston

Age :48

Gender :Male

Race : White

Date : 03/24/2026

Location : Brown Lane

City : Batesville

County : Independence

State : Arkansas

Agency : Arkansas Department of Corrections

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police after manhunt

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On 03/24/2026, Arkansas Department of Corrections officers and other law enforcement agencies searched for Christopher Lee Johnston following a double shooting in Independence County. After a search lasting more than 30 hours, officers located Johnston near Brown Lane in Batesville. During the encounter, officers opened fire, striking him. He was pronounced dead. Authorities reported the search followed a shooting incident in which two people were injured. Arkansas State Police are investigating the shooting.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://katv.com/news/local/state-police-officer-involved-shooting-that-left-jonesboro-man-dead
https://www.kark.com/news/state-news/arkansas-state-police-manhunt-ends-in-deadly-officer-involved-shooting-of-suspected-gunman-in-independence-county/
https://www.whiterivernow.com/2026/03/25/johnston-killed-by-corrections-officers-after-30-hour-search-following-independence-county-double-shooting/

James Keith Lee

Age :50

Gender :Male

Race : White

Date : 03/24/2026

Location : 3100 block of South Fulmer Circle

City : Tallahassee

County : Leon

State : Florida

Agency : Leon County Sheriff’s Office

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Unknown

Event : Died in custody after barricaded standoff

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On 03/24/2026, Leon County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a barricaded hostage situation in the 3100 block of South Fulmer Circle in Tallahassee. Deputies encountered James Lee during the standoff and took him into custody after deploying a Taser. After being restrained, he became unresponsive while in custody. He was transported for medical treatment and was later pronounced dead. A woman at the residence was found severely injured. Authorities are investigating the circumstances of the death.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.facebook.com/leonflso/photos/press-release-man-dies-iin-custody-after-arreston-march-24th-at-approximately-60/1382046157300807/
https://www.wtxl.com/news/local-news/lcso-man-dies-in-custody-woman-severely-injured-after-barricaded-hostage-situation-on-south-fulmer-circle
https://www.wctv.tv/2026/03/25/man-dies-after-being-taken-into-custody-tuesday-leon-county-sheriffs-office-says/
https://www.tallahassee.com/story/news/2026/03/25/man-tasered-by-leon-county-sheriffs-office-during-standoff-dies-in-custody/89312716007/

Name Withheld

Age :

Gender :Unknown

Race : Unknown

Date : 03/24/2026

Location : Unknown

City : Cobalt

County : Madison

State : Missouri

Agency : Madison County Sheriff’s Office

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police after pursuit

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On 03/24/2026, Madison County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a disturbance. The individual left the area in a vehicle, and deputies initiated a pursuit. After the vehicle stopped, the individual exited and pointed a gun toward deputies. Deputies opened fire. The individual fled on foot and was later located deceased by a drone. Authorities are investigating the incident.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.kfvs12.com/2026/03/25/suspect-killed-officer-involved-shooting-madison-county/
https://www.wsiltv.com/news/missouri/officer-involved-shooting-under-investigation-in-southeast-missouri/article_a1686119-0746-483d-9170-ba5277073e21.html
https://www.kfmo.com/news/suspect-killed-after-madison-county-officer-involved-shooting

Joshua Michael Moore

Age :41

Gender :Male

Race : White

Date : 03/23/2026

Location : 1906 N. Frazier Street

City : Conroe

County : Montgomery

State : Texas

Agency : Conroe Police Department

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Suicide

Event : Suicide under police duress

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On 03/23/2026, Conroe police responded to a report of a welfare check at a Bank of America ATM on North Frazier Street and received information that a Brinks security guard had been shot and money boxes were taken. Police used tracking data from the stolen money boxes to locate a grey Dodge pickup on Interstate 45. Officers coordinated with multiple agencies and conducted a felony traffic stop. Before officers approached the vehicle, the driver shot himself in the head inside the pickup. Officers secured the vehicle and transported him to a hospital, where he died. The injured security guard, identified as 59 year old Quang Truong, was transported in critical condition.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.woodlandsonline.com/npps/story.cfm?nppage=83623

Maxwell Henley

Age :19

Gender :Male

Race : White

Date : 03/23/2026

Location : Main Street

City : League City

County : Galveston

State : Texas

Agency : League City Police Department

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Vehicle

Event : Motorcycle driver killed by police chase crash

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On 03/23/2026, League City police attempted to stop a motorcyclist during the afternoon. The driver continued driving and police escalated a pursuit through local roadways. During the pursuit, the motorcyclist crashed on Main Street. The rider was pronounced dead from injuries caused by the crash. The Galveston County Sheriff’s Office is leading the investigation and continues to gather details about what led to the pursuit and the crash.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://abc13.com/post/motorcyclist-killed-deadly-league-city-crash-following-police-pursuit-galveston-county-sheriffs-office-says/18757645/

Name Withheld

Age :41

Gender :Male

Race : White

Date : 03/23/2026

Location : 4500 block of Interstate 45

City : Conroe

County : Montgomery

State : Texas

Agency : Conroe Police Department

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Suicide

Event : Suicide under police duress

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On 03/23/2026, Conroe police responded to a shooting at a Bank of America ATM on North Frazier Street where a Brinks security guard was shot and money boxes were taken. Officers gathered information and used tracking data from the stolen money to locate the vehicle traveling north on Interstate 45. Multiple agencies coordinated and conducted a felony stop in the 4500 block of I-45. The driver refused commands while surrounded by officers and shot himself inside the vehicle. He died from the gunshot wound. The injured security guard was transported to a hospital and is expected to survive. Authorities recovered the stolen money.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.fox26houston.com/news/i-45-shut-down-conroe-pd-montgomery-county-so-investigation
https://www.woodlandsonline.com/npps/story.cfm?nppage=83623
https://www.houstonchronicle.com/news/houston-texas/trending/article/conroe-security-guard-dies-22092406.php

Austin McCraney

Age :34

Gender :Male

Race : White

Date : 03/23/2026

Location : Unknown

City : Unknown

County : George

State : Mississippi

Agency : George County Sheriff's Office

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Vehicle

Event : Driver killed by police chase crash

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On 03/23/2026, deputies with the George County Sheriff's Office initiated a vehicle pursuit. Police chased the vehicle under circumstances that have not been publicly detailed. The pursuit ended with the death of Austin McCraney, 34. Authorities have not released information about how the crash occurred or the conditions leading up to it. The Mississippi Bureau of Investigation is conducting an independent investigation into the incident.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.sunherald.com/news/local/crime/article315167326.html
https://ca.news.yahoo.com/one-person-killed-during-pursuit-152724570.html
https://www.wxxv25.com/man-dies-after-monday-night-vehicle-pursuit-in-george-county/
https://darkhorsepressnow.com/news/2026-03-24/mbi-investigating-fatal-george-county-pursuit-that-left-one-man-dead/

Name Withheld

Age :34

Gender :Male

Race : Unknown

Date : 03/23/2026

Location : Unknown

City : Green Bay

County : Brown

State : Wisconsin

Agency : Brown County Sheriff's Office

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Taser

Event : Killed by police during arrest

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On 03/23/2026, deputies with the Brown County Sheriff's Office responded to a call involving a 34-year-old man in Green Bay. Police attempted to detain him and used a Taser during the encounter. After deputies used the Taser, the man became unresponsive. He was transported to a hospital, where he was pronounced dead. Authorities have not released his name or additional details about the events leading up to the encounter. The Wisconsin Department of Justice Division of Criminal Investigation is conducting an independent investigation.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.wbay.com/2026/03/23/man-died-after-deputies-used-taser-him-officials-say/

Kamla Grimmer

Age :53

Gender :Female

Race : Black

Date : 03/23/2026

Location : Serenade Street NW near Jupiter Boulevard

City : Palm Bay

County : Brevard

State : Florida

Agency : Palm Bay Police Department

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police during armed standoff

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On 03/23/2026, Palm Bay police responded to reports of gunfire near Jupiter Boulevard and Serenade Street. Police established a perimeter around a residence and identified a woman inside the home. Police reported that the woman fired multiple rounds from inside the residence and toward officers. SWAT and crisis negotiation teams responded and remained on site for several hours while attempting to resolve the situation. During the standoff, additional shots were fired from inside the home. Police returned fire during the encounter. After deploying gas and entering the residence, officers found Kamla Grimmer, 53, dead inside the home. Authorities have stated it remains under investigation whether she died from police gunfire or self-inflicted injuries. The Florida Department of Law Enforcement is conducting an independent investigation.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://spacecoastdaily.com/2026/03/palm-bay-police-woman-found-dead-after-swat-response-to-armed-disturbance-near-jupiter-boulevard/
https://www.fox35orlando.com/news/police-presence-active-incident-underway-palm-bay-residents-advised-stay-clear
https://www.clickorlando.com/news/local/2026/03/23/stay-clear-heavy-police-presence-at-barricade-in-palm-bay/
https://www.wesh.com/article/palm-bay-police-armed-disturbance/70825119

Timothy Allen Caplinger

Age :68

Gender :Male

Race : White

Date : 03/22/2026

Location : Route 17 and Ella Taylor Road

City : Yorktown

County : York

State : Virginia

Agency : Virginia State Police

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Vehicle

Event : Driver killed by police chase crash

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On 03/22/2026, a trooper with the Virginia State Police attempted to stop a vehicle for reckless driving on Interstate 64 eastbound near the Fort Eustis exit in York County. Police said Timothy Caplinger was traveling 99 miles per hour in a 65 mile per hour zone. Police said the driver did not stop and troopers escalated a chase. During the pursuit, the vehicle exited onto Route 17 and traveled southbound toward Yorktown. As the vehicle approached the intersection of Route 17 and Ella Taylor Road, the vehicle left the roadway, struck a curb, crashed into a tree, and caught fire. Troopers removed the driver from the vehicle, but the driver died from injuries sustained in the crash. Authorities did not publicly release the driver’s identity in the initial reporting.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.13newsnow.com/article/news/local/york-county/virginia-state-police-driver-killed-york-county-vsp-fatal-crash/291-c689998e-77fe-4ac5-a3a4-64e62bad1841
https://www.wtkr.com/news/in-the-community/historic-triangle/driver-dies-in-york-county-crash-after-police-pursuit-vsp

Daymien Pablo Arriaga

Age :16

Gender :Male

Race : Latino/a/e

Date : 03/22/2026

Location : Blacktail Crest and Bonita Loop

City : San Antonio

County : Bexar

State : Texas

Agency : Bexar County Sheriff's Office

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Vehicle

Event : Driver killed by police chase crash

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On 03/22/2026, Bexar County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded around 4:00 a.m. to reports of two men driving through a far West Side neighborhood checking door handles and entering vehicles. Deputies located a vehicle matching the description near Blacktail Crest and Bonita Loop. The driver continued driving at a high rate of speed as deputies attempted to follow. A deputy activated emergency lights but lost sight of the vehicle shortly after. Another deputy later observed the same vehicle speeding through the area. The vehicle crashed a short time later. Both occupants were found with critical injuries and died. Items inside the vehicle, including tools, are being examined in connection with multiple reported vehicle break-ins.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://news4sanantonio.com/news/local/two-dead-after-deputies-spot-suspected-car-burglars-chase-ends-in-crash-tools-san-antonio
https://www.mysanantonio.com/news/local/article/bexar-county-crash-car-thefts-22090306.php
https://www.expressnews.com/news/article/bexar-county-fatal-crash-burglary-suspects-22090317.php

Name Withheld

Age :

Gender :Male

Race : Unknown

Date : 03/22/2026

Location : Route 17 and Ella Taylor Road

City : York County

County : York

State : Virginia

Agency : Virginia State Police

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Vehicle

Event : Driver killed by police chase crash

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On 03/22/2026, a Virginia State Police trooper attempted a traffic stop on a vehicle for reckless driving. The driver continued driving and officers escalated a pursuit. The vehicle continued at high speed through York County before losing control near the intersection of Route 17 and Ella Taylor Road. The vehicle left the roadway and crashed. The driver was pronounced dead. Authorities have not released his name.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.13newsnow.com/article/news/local/york-county/virginia-state-police-driver-killed-york-county-vsp-fatal-crash/291-c689998e-77fe-4ac5-a3a4-64e62bad1841

Andrew Avery Salazar

Age :16

Gender :Male

Race : Latino/a/e

Date : 03/22/2026

Location : Blacktail Crest and Bonita Loop

City : San Antonio

County : Bexar

State : Texas

Agency : Bexar County Sheriff's Office

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Vehicle

Event : Passenger killed by police chase crash (2 fatalities)

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On 03/22/2026, Bexar County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded around 4:00 a.m. to reports of two men driving through a far West Side neighborhood checking door handles and entering vehicles. Deputies located a vehicle matching the description near Blacktail Crest and Bonita Loop. The driver continued driving at a high rate of speed as deputies attempted to follow. A deputy activated emergency lights but lost sight of the vehicle shortly after. Another deputy later observed the same vehicle speeding through the area. The vehicle crashed a short time later. Both occupants were found with critical injuries and died. Items inside the vehicle, including tools, are being examined in connection with multiple reported vehicle break-ins.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://news4sanantonio.com/news/local/two-dead-after-deputies-spot-suspected-car-burglars-chase-ends-in-crash-tools-san-antonio
https://www.mysanantonio.com/news/local/article/bexar-county-crash-car-thefts-22090306.php
https://www.expressnews.com/news/article/bexar-county-fatal-crash-burglary-suspects-22090317.php

Dustin Johnson

Age :41

Gender :Male

Race : White

Date : 03/22/2026

Location : 900 block of North Forest Street

City : Amarillo

County : Potter

State : Texas

Agency : Amarillo Police Department

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police during shooting incident

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On 03/22/2026, Amarillo police responded to a series of shootings beginning with an attempted robbery where two people were shot and killed. The same individual then drove to a residence in the 900 block of North Forest Street, rammed a vehicle into the home, and fired multiple shots, killing one person and injuring several others. Police located the man, identified as Dustin Johnson, 41, after he fired at officers. Police opened fire and shot him. He died from gunshot wounds.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://abc7amarillo.com/news/local/amarillo-police-investigate-three-separate-shootings-press-conference-planned-later-today
https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/amarillo-police-respond-to-multiple-shootings/
https://www.newschannel10.com/2026/03/22/amarillo-police-investigating-multiple-shootings/

Name Withheld

Age :

Gender :Male

Race : Unknown

Date : 03/22/2026

Location : 8800 block of Shady Meadow Drive

City : Sandy

County : Salt Lake

State : Utah

Agency : Sandy Police Department

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police during domestic disturbance call

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On 03/22/2026, Sandy police responded to a domestic disturbance at a residence in the 8800 block of Shady Meadow Drive. Officers attempted to speak with a man inside the home, and an altercation occurred. Police said the man pulled a weapon from his lower leg and moved toward officers. Two officers opened fire, striking him multiple times. He was transported to a hospital and later died from gunshot wounds.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://kslnewsradio.com/local-news/shooting-in-sandy/2290591/
https://www.ksl.com/article/51471630/man-dead-after-being-shot-by-police-in-sandy
https://kutv.com/news/local/man-in-critical-condition-after-sandy-officers-fire-shots-during-home-altercation

Name Withheld

Age :

Gender :Female

Race : Black

Date : 03/22/2026

Location : 2323 West State Road 84

City : Fort Lauderdale

County : Broward

State : Florida

Agency : Broward Sheriff’s Office

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Vehicle

Event : Passenger killed by police chase crash

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On 03/22/2026, Broward Sheriff’s deputies identified a stolen van being driven recklessly in West Park and attempted a traffic stop. The driver continued driving and police escalated a multi-agency pursuit. During the pursuit, the driver struck a patrol vehicle and continued at high speed through multiple roadways. The chase ended when the driver crashed through a gate at a marina on West State Road 84 and drove into a canal. The driver was pulled from the water, and deputies learned a woman was still inside the submerged van. Divers entered the water and removed her after a delay. She was transported to a hospital where she died. Authorities identified the driver as Michael Malik Harvey and later charged him with felony murder and related offenses.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.local10.com/news/local/2026/03/23/it-was-kind-of-disturbing-witnesses-describe-crash-into-river-injuring-2-in-fort-lauderdale/
https://www.cbsnews.com/miami/news/stolen-van-plunges-into-ft-lauderdale-canal-after-deadly-police-chase/
https://wsvn.com/news/local/broward/authorities-confirm-1-dead-after-stolen-van-crashes-into-fort-lauderdale-marina-suspected-driver-identified/

Name Withheld

Age :

Gender :Male

Race : Unknown

Date : 03/22/2026

Location : South Nogales Highway

City : Tucson

County : Pima

State : Arizona

Agency : Pima County Sheriff’s Department

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Taser

Event : Died after use of Taser during arrest

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On 03/22/2026, Pima County Sheriff’s deputies responded to a report of a man behaving erratically along South Nogales Highway. Deputies made contact with the man and attempted to detain him. During the encounter, deputies used a Taser while trying to take him into custody. The man became unresponsive after the use of force. Deputies requested medical assistance and he was transported to a hospital, where he died. Authorities have not released the man’s name or the official cause of death. The incident is under investigation by the Pima Regional Critical Incident Team.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.kold.com/2026/03/23/man-died-after-deputies-used-taser-him-officials-say/
https://www.kvoa.com/news/local/man-dies-after-deputies-use-taser-on-him/article_
https://tucson.com/news/local/

Jonathan Aaron McElroy

Age :34

Gender :Male

Race : Black

Date : 03/22/2026

Location : James Drive

City : Augusta

County : Richmond

State : Georgia

Agency : Richmond County Sheriff’s Office

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Asphyxiation

Event : Killed by police during arrest

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On 03/22/2026, deputies responded to a domestic disturbance call on James Drive. Deputies attempted to take Jonathan Aaron McElroy into custody. Deputies deployed a Taser during the arrest. McElroy became unresponsive and was transported to a hospital, where he was pronounced dead shortly after.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.kold.com/2026/03/23/man-died-after-deputies-used-taser-him-officials-say/

Eva Puente Ravelo

Age :24

Gender :Female

Race : Latino/a/e

Date : 03/22/2026

Location : 5100 block of West Glendale Avenue

City : Glendale

County : Maricopa

State : Arizona

Agency : Glendale Police Department

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Vehicle

Event : Bystander killed by police chase crash

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On 03/22/2026, an officer attempted to stop a vehicle driving the wrong way on Glendale Avenue. The driver did not stop and continued driving, and police pursued the vehicle. During the pursuit, the officer ran a red light and collided with a pickup truck at 56th Avenue. The driver being pursued continued and crashed into another vehicle near the 5100 block of West Glendale Avenue. Eva Puente Ravelo, a passenger in that vehicle, died from crash-related injuries. Four others were injured, including the officer.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.fox10phoenix.com/news/1-dead-officer-injured-after-erratic-driver-causes-2-crashes-glendale
https://www.12news.com/article/news/local/valley/new-details-crash-killed-1-injured-4-including-glendale-police-officer/75-25e091eb-962a-4a82-a153-bdf3791ea3ef

Name Withheld

Age :7

Gender :Female

Race : Unknown

Date : 03/22/2026

Location : Unknown

City : Ogden

County : Weber

State : Utah

Agency : Ogden Police Department

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Vehicle

Event : Bystander killed by police chase crash

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On 03/22/2026, officers attempted a traffic stop on a stolen vehicle in Ogden. The driver did not stop and police chased the vehicle. During the pursuit, the vehicle crashed, causing multiple injuries. A 7-year-old child later died from injuries sustained in the crash. Several others were injured. The circumstances of the pursuit and crash remain under review.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://kutv.com/news/local/questions-remain-about-ogden-crash-that-left-two-children-dead

Name Withheld

Age :

Gender :Unknown

Race : Unknown

Date : 03/22/2026

Location : Unknown

City : Ogden

County : Weber

State : Utah

Agency : Ogden Police Department

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Vehicle

Event : Bystander killed by police chase crash

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On 03/22/2026, officers attempted a traffic stop on a stolen vehicle in Ogden. The driver did not stop and police chased the vehicle. During the pursuit, the vehicle crashed, causing multiple injuries. A second child later died from injuries sustained in the crash. The incident remains under review.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://kutv.com/news/local/questions-remain-about-ogden-crash-that-left-two-children-dead

Edward Dewayne "Wayne" Reynolds

Age :69

Gender :Male

Race : White

Date : 03/22/2026

Location : KY-80 and Perry Circle Road

City : Hazard

County : Perry

State : Kentucky

Agency : Kentucky State Police

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Vehicle

Event : Bystander killed by police chase crash

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On 03/22/2026, a Kentucky State Police trooper was responding to an emergency call and driving eastbound on KY-80 in Perry County. Edward Dewayne Reynolds was driving westbound and attempted to turn left onto Perry Circle Road. The trooper struck Reynolds’ vehicle during the response. Reynolds and a passenger were killed in the crash. Authorities have not released details about the speed of the trooper or the nature of the emergency call.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://mountain-topmedia.com/two-killed-in-perry-crash-involving-a-state-trooper/
https://www.wymt.com/2026/03/23/two-people-killed-following-crash-involving-state-trooper/
https://www.kentuckytoday.com/news/2-vehicle-crash-in-perry-county-leads-to-double-fatality/article_6dc8bbbd-b374-4f95-bfce-d9e7e601de92.html

Christa "Tina" Slone

Age :50

Gender :Female

Race : White

Date : 03/22/2026

Location : KY-80 and Perry Circle Road

City : Hazard

County : Perry

State : Kentucky

Agency : Kentucky State Police

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Vehicle

Event : Bystander killed by police chase crash

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On 03/22/2026, a Kentucky State Police trooper was responding to an emergency call and driving eastbound on KY-80 in Perry County. Christa "Tina" Slone was a passenger in a westbound vehicle that attempted to turn left onto Perry Circle Road. The trooper struck the vehicle during the response. Slone and the driver, Edward Dewayne Reynolds, were killed in the crash. Authorities have not released details about the speed of the trooper or the nature of the emergency call.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://mountain-topmedia.com/two-killed-in-perry-crash-involving-a-state-trooper/
https://www.wymt.com/2026/03/23/two-people-killed-following-crash-involving-state-trooper/
https://www.kentuckytoday.com/news/2-vehicle-crash-in-perry-county-leads-to-double-fatality/article_6dc8bbbd-b374-4f95-bfce-d9e7e601de92.html

Devon Harper

Age :29

Gender :Male

Race : White

Date : 03/22/2026

Location : Seargent S. Prentiss Drive

City : Natchez

County : Adams

State : Mississippi

Agency : Natchez Police Department

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Vehicle

Event : Bystander killed by police vehicle crash

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On 03/22/2026, an off-duty Natchez police officer was driving on Seargent S. Prentiss Drive in Natchez when the vehicle struck a pedestrian. The 29-year-old man was killed from the impact. Authorities have not released details about the circumstances leading up to the collision or the actions of the driver prior to the crash. The Mississippi Highway Patrol is investigating the incident.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.natchezdemocrat.com/news/mississippi-highway-patrol-probing-fatal-crash-involving-off-duty-natchez-officer-and-pedestrian-1ae6c33f
https://www.natchezdemocrat.com/news/mississippi-highway-patrol-identifies-off-duty-natchez-officer-in-fatal-walmart-crash-daf25bfd
https://www.wlbt.com/2026/03/23/pedestrian-hit-killed-highway-61-mhp-says/

Name Withheld

Age :

Gender :Male

Race : Unknown

Date : 03/22/2026

Location : Near Sunset

City : Sunset

County : Montague

State : Texas

Agency : Montague County Sheriff’s Office; Bowie Police Department

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police during response to disturbance

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On 03/22/2026, deputies with the Montague County Sheriff’s Office and officers from the Bowie Police Department responded to a reported disturbance near Sunset. During the encounter, police said the man had a gun and gunfire occurred. Officers opened fire and killed him. A Bowie police officer was also injured. Authorities have not released the man’s name or further details about what led to the shooting. The Texas Rangers are investigating.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.fox4news.com/news/suspect-dead-bowie-officer-injured-montague-county-officer-involved-shooting
https://www.kswo.com/2026/03/23/texas-rangers-respond-officer-involved-shooting-montague-county/
https://www.newschannel6now.com/2026/03/23/officer-involved-shooting-results-one-death/

Donavan Kyle Porter

Age :30

Gender :Male

Race : White

Date : 03/21/2026

Location : KY 801 and KY 519

City : Morehead

County : Rowan

State : Kentucky

Agency : Kentucky State Police

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Vehicle

Event : Driver killed by police chase crash

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On 03/21/2026, a Kentucky State Police trooper observed a gray Chevrolet Camaro speeding on Interstate 64 near the 128 mile marker and attempted a traffic stop. The driver continued driving and officers escalated a pursuit. The vehicle exited onto KY 801 and continued at high speed. Troopers briefly lost sight of the vehicle but later located it again and initiated a second pursuit. As the vehicle approached the intersection of KY 801 and KY 519, the driver lost control, left the roadway, and struck a utility pole. The vehicle caught fire and became fully engulfed. Troopers attempted to remove the driver but were unable to reach him. Donovan Kyle Porter, 30, of Olive Hill, was pronounced dead.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.wsaz.com/2026/03/22/kentucky-state-police-investigating-pursuit-that-led-fatal-crash-rowan-county/
https://www.wkyt.com/2026/03/22/ksp-investigating-fatal-crash-after-pursuit-rowan-county/
https://www.lex18.com/news/covering-kentucky/officials-investigating-vehicle-collision-death-in-rowan-county

Name Withheld

Age :

Gender :Male

Race : Unknown

Date : 03/21/2026

Location : N.C. Highway 24/27 and Pineywood Church Road

City : Cameron

County : Moore

State : North Carolina

Agency : Moore County Sheriff’s Office

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police during shooting incident

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On 03/21/2026, Moore County deputies responded to reports of a man firing a gun at passing vehicles along N.C. Highway 24/27 near Pineywood Church Road in Cameron. A vehicle was struck by gunfire, and the driver was not injured. Deputies located the man, and during the encounter he fired shots at a responding deputy. The deputy returned fire and shot him. He died from gunshot wounds. The North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation is handling the case.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.wral.com/news/local/moore-county-deputy-fatally-shoots-suspect-cameron-nc-march-2026/
https://abc11.com/post/moore-county-deputy-shoots-kills-armed-suspect-during-overnight-incident/18750505/
https://sandhillssentinel.com/deputy-fatally-shoots-suspect-who-opened-fire-on-cars-in-cameron/

Harvey Franklin Hardy

Age :52

Gender :Male

Race : White

Date : 03/21/2026

Location : Pineywood Church Road and Carthage Street

City : Cameron

County : Moore

State : North Carolina

Agency : Moore County Sheriff’s Office

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police during confrontation

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On 03/21/2026, Moore County Sheriff’s deputies responded to a report of a man with a weapon near Pineywood Church Road and Carthage Street in Cameron. Deputies located Harvey Franklin Hardy and attempted to engage him. During the encounter, deputies reported that Hardy had a weapon. The situation escalated and deputies opened fire, striking him. Hardy died from gunshot wounds. Authorities have not released additional details about the moments leading up to the shooting. The North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation is conducting an independent investigation.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.wral.com/news/local/moore-county-deputy-fatally-shoots-suspect-cameron-nc-march-2026/
https://www.thepilot.com/news/officer-involved-shooting-in-cameron/article_de38a3a2-6d7d-4866-9822-70ddc132d080.html

Name Withheld

Age :

Gender :Male

Race : Unknown

Date : 03/21/2026

Location : Interstate 5 near Exit 748

City : Weed

County : Siskiyou

State : California

Agency : Weed Police Department, Mt. Shasta Police Department

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police during traffic stop

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On 03/21/2026, a Weed police officer conducted a traffic stop on Interstate 5 near Exit 748. During the stop, the officer requested assistance and a Mt. Shasta police officer responded. As officers continued the stop, the situation escalated and both officers opened fire, striking the driver. The man died from gunshot wounds. Authorities reported that the stop developed into a confrontation that led to the use of deadly force. The California Highway Patrol is conducting the investigation, and both officers were placed on administrative leave.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.redding.com/story/news/local/2026/03/23/officer-involved-shooting-in-weed-led-to-death-of-driver/89292269007/
https://krcrtv.com/news/local/officer-involved-shooting-with-multiple-agencies-near-i-5-in-weed

Oluwalayomi Fadero

Age :23

Gender :Female

Race : Black

Date : 03/20/2026

Location : Murfreesboro Pike and Hickory Woods Drive

City : Nashville

County : Davidson

State : Tennessee

Agency : Metro Nashville Police Department

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Vehicle

Event : Bystander killed by police chase crash

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On 03/20/2026, Metro Nashville Police Department officers tracked a stolen Ford F-250 after it was taken from a car lot earlier in the day. Police used a helicopter to follow the vehicle as the driver continued driving across the city. After the driver struck an unmarked police vehicle, officers escalated a pursuit along Murfreesboro Pike. The driver entered oncoming traffic at high speed and collided with a sedan as Oluwalayomi Fadero, 23, was turning into her neighborhood. Her vehicle was pushed a significant distance into a ditch. She died from injuries caused by the crash. The driver survived and was later charged in connection with her death.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.wsmv.com/2026/03/21/woman-killed-after-police-chase-ends-crash-murfreesboro-pike/
https://www.wsmv.com/2026/03/21/nashville-police-identify-woman-killed-crash-with-parolee-fleeing-stolen-truck/
https://www.wsmv.com/2026/03/22/dog-survives-murfreesboro-pike-crash-that-killed-her-owner/

Name Withheld

Age :

Gender :Male

Race : Unknown

Date : 03/20/2026

Location : 8700 block of 7th Avenue SE

City : Everett

County : Snohomish

State : Washington

Agency : Everett Police Department, Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police during armed response

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On 03/20/2026, Everett Police Department officers and Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded around 3:00 a.m. to reports of a man firing a gun into the air near the 8700 block of 7th Avenue SE. Officers located the man and attempted to negotiate and de-escalate. Police said the man continued moving toward officers. Officers deployed multiple tasers, which were ineffective. Officers then opened fire, striking him. He was transported to a hospital, where he died. Authorities have not clarified whether he fired toward officers or how many officers discharged their weapons.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.kiro7.com/news/local/video-man-killed-police-shooting-everett/a6115bee-aa9b-4451-9a39-dd2d0ed87a3c/
https://www.kiro7.com/news/local/one-hurt-during-officer-involved-shooting-everett/OBO2L2GSIRE2RAPCBXQCRDAYCE/
https://komonews.com/news/local/everett-police-officer-involved-shooting-7th-ave-se-suspect-shot-hospitalized-gun-firearms-investigation-road-closure-suspect-gunfire-violence-crime

Shatique Cato

Age :34

Gender :Male

Race : Black

Date : 03/20/2026

Location : 700 block of Lake Avenue

City : Rochester

County : Monroe

State : New York

Agency : Rochester Police Department

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Suicide

Event : Suicide under police duress

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On 03/20/2026, Rochester Police Department officers responded to reports of gunfire in the 700 block of Lake Avenue. Shatique Cato, 34, fired multiple rounds and struck a police officer, causing injuries. Officers established a response perimeter as the situation escalated. During the encounter, Cato shot himself. He was pronounced dead. The injured officer survived and received medical treatment.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.syracuse.com/crime/2026/03/gunman-ambushes-upstate-ny-police-officer-fires-multiple-rounds-before-fleeing.html
https://www.rochesterfirst.com/crime/officer-shot-massive-investigation-on-lake-avenue/

Name Withheld

Age :

Gender :Male

Race : Unknown

Date : 03/20/2026

Location : 23300 block of East Avenue M

City : Lake Los Angeles

County : Los Angeles

State : California

Agency : Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police during domestic disturbance response

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On 03/20/2026, Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department deputies responded to a report of a disturbance at a residence in the 23300 block of East Avenue M in Lake Los Angeles. Deputies encountered a man holding a knife outside the home. The situation escalated and deputies opened fire, striking him. He was pronounced dead. After entering the residence, deputies located a woman inside with fatal injuries. Authorities believe she had been attacked prior to their arrival. Additional details about the sequence of events and identities have not been fully released.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.cbsnews.com/losangeles/news/lake-los-angeles-deadly-shooting-east-avenue-m/

Name Withheld

Age :

Gender :Male

Race : Unknown

Date : 03/20/2026

Location : 600 block of Stoneybrook Drive

City : Corona

County : Riverside

State : California

Agency : Corona Police Department

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police during domestic disturbance call

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On 03/20/2026, Corona police responded to a domestic disturbance at a residence in the 600 block of Stoneybrook Drive. Officers encountered a man holding a knife. Police opened fire and shot him. He died from gunshot wounds. Inside the residence, officers located an adult woman with multiple stab wounds. She was transported to a hospital, where she died from her injuries. Police have not released the identities of either individual.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.pressenterprise.com/2026/03/20/corona-police-say-they-killed-man-holding-knife-then-discovered-wounded-woman-dead/
https://www.foxla.com/news/corona-stoneybrook-shooting-stabbing-domestic-violence
https://www.cbsnews.com/losangeles/news/police-kill-man-accused-of-stabbing-woman-to-death-in-corona-apartment/

Joseph J. Meadowcroft

Age :22

Gender :Male

Race : White

Date : 03/20/2026

Location : Route 73 near Lincoln Drive

City : Evesham

County : Burlington

State : New Jersey

Agency : Evesham Township Police Department

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Vehicle

Event : Driver killed by police chase crash

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On 03/20/2026, an Evesham Township Police Department officer attempted a traffic stop on Route 73 near Lincoln Drive in Evesham Township. The driver did not stop, and while continuing along the roadway, collided with another vehicle. The driver sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced dead. The police vehicle was not involved in the crash. The New Jersey Attorney General’s Office is conducting the investigation, as required in incidents involving police.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.tapinto.net/towns/mount-laurel/sections/burlington-county-news/articles/victim-identified-in-fatal-police-officer-involved-motor-vehicle-stop-in-evesham
https://www.inquirer.com/news/new-jersey/evesham-police-traffic-stop-fatal-crash-20260320.html
https://www.njoag.gov/attorney-generals-office-investigating-fatal-crash-in-evesham-n-j/