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On 07/31/2024, officers from the West Palm Beach Police Department initiated a high-speed pursuit in Boynton Beach, Florida, that resulted in the deaths of 27-year-old Jenice Woods, her mother Marcia Pochette, and Woods' unborn child. Woods and Pochette were bystanders when the fleeing vehicle struck theirs during the chase.
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Seven officers involved in the pursuit have been placed on administrative leave. Authorities have not disclosed why the chase was initiated or the tactics used during the pursuit. The Florida Department of Law Enforcement is investigating the officers' decisions and their role in the fatal crash.
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NUMBER OF CASUALTIES DURING THIS POLICE ENCOUNTER: 2 fatalities, including Jenice Woods and her unborn child.

https://www.wptv.com/news/region-s-palm-beach-county/boynton-beach/what-caused-the-chase-fatal-crash-after-police-pursuit-leaves-victims-family-seeking-answers
https://people.com/woman-and-mother-reportedly-killed-in-fla-crash-man-arrested-8689958
https://www.wptv.com/wptv-investigates/public-corruption-unit-investigating-wpb-officers-actions-leading-to-deadly-boynton-beach-crash

On 07/31/2024, a high-speed police pursuit by the West Palm Beach Police Department in Boynton Beach, Florida, resulted in the deaths of 57-year-old Marcia Pochette and her daughter, 27-year-old Jenice Woods, who was pregnant. Police were pursuing a fleeing vehicle when it struck Pochette’s car as she and her daughter were turning into their neighborhood.
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The driver of the fleeing vehicle was apprehended after attempting to flee on foot. Seven officers involved in the pursuit have been placed on administrative leave pending an investigation by the Palm Beach County State Attorney’s Office Public Corruption Unit and the Florida Department of Law Enforcement.
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NUMBER OF CASUALTIES DURING THIS POLICE ENCOUNTER: 2 fatalities, including Marcia Pochette and her pregnant daughter, Jenice Woods.
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Last Update: 12/03/2024

https://www.wptv.com/news/region-s-palm-beach-county/boynton-beach/what-caused-the-chase-fatal-crash-after-police-pursuit-leaves-victims-family-seeking-answers
https://people.com/woman-and-mother-reportedly-killed-in-fla-crash-man-arrested-8689958
https://www.wptv.com/wptv-investigates/public-corruption-unit-investigating-wpb-officers-actions-leading-to-deadly-boynton-beach-crash

On 07/30/2024, deputies from the Washington County Sheriff’s Office responded to an alleged domestic altercation on Shell Point Road in New Hope, Florida. During the incident, 55-year-old Hueland Todd Brown reportedly fired shots, injuring his girlfriend's mother and a child inside a vehicle. Both victims sustained injuries but are expected to recover.
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Following the shooting, Brown retreated into a residence, initiating a standoff with law enforcement that lasted approximately eight hours. During this time, deputies surrounded the area and pressured Brown to surrender. Brown died by suicide while inside the residence.
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The Florida Department of Law Enforcement is investigating the circumstances surrounding the standoff and law enforcement’s response.

https://www.wjhg.com/2024/07/31/two-people-injured-after-shots-fired/

On July 28, 2024, in Fort Pierce, Florida, police officers responded to a 911 call reporting an armed burglary in progress at a residence on Bayshore Drive. Upon arrival, officers found the door ajar and entered the home, announcing their presence. Inside, they encountered 62-year-old David Taylor, who allegedly pointed a weapon at them. Believing it to be a firearm, officers discharged their weapons, fatally wounding Taylor. It was later determined that the weapon was a Taser. During the incident, one officer sustained a non-life-threatening injury, reportedly from friendly fire. The Florida Department of Law Enforcement is investigating the shooting, and the involved officers have been placed on administrative leave pending the outcome.
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Friends and neighbors of Taylor described him as a kind and magnetic individual, expressing shock and seeking answers regarding the circumstances of his death. Some have raised concerns about the police response and are awaiting further details from the ongoing investigation.
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This incident has prompted discussions about law enforcement protocols and the importance of clear communication during emergency responses. Authorities have not disclosed who made the initial 911 call, and the investigation aims to clarify the events leading up to the shooting.
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NUMBER OF CASUALTIES DURING THIS POLICE ENCOUNTER: 1 fatality, David Taylor.

https://www.wpbf.com/article/one-person-is-dead-after-an-officer-involved-shooting-in-ft-pierce/61719028#

On 07/28/2024, deputies from the Indian River County Sheriff’s Office responded to a disturbance call at the RaceTrac gas station on the 9400 block of 108th Avenue in Vero Beach, Florida. Upon arrival, police encountered Jeffrey Lee Miller, 42, who was holding a knife. Police claimed Miller chased them while holding the knife, and officers shot and killed him. Miller died at the scene.
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The Indian River County Sheriff’s Office is conducting an internal investigation into the incident.

https://www.wptv.com/news/region-indian-river-county/vero-beach/deadly-deputy-involved-shooting-in-vero-beach

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5uo642ihzRs

https://www.tcpalm.com/story/news/crime/indian-river-county/2024/07/29/1-person-dead-in-deputy-involved-shooting-at-county-road-512-racetrac/74587208007/

https://wsvn.com/news/local/florida/deputy-shoots-knife-wielding-suspect-at-vero-beach-gas-station/

On 07/27/2024, deputies from the Putnam County Sheriff’s Office were called to investigate an alleged attempted carjacking in Satsuma, Florida. Witnesses reportedly identified Phillip Allen Baldwin, 31, as the person involved. Deputies located Baldwin and claimed he “reached for his waistband,” after which multiple officers fired their weapons and killed him. Baldwin died at the scene.

The Putnam County Sheriff’s Office is conducting an internal self-investigation into the shooting.

https://www.news4jax.com/news/local/2024/07/27/man-killed-in-deputy-involved-shooting-in-putnam-county/

https://www.actionnewsjax.com/news/local/family-friend-speaks-after-man-was-shot-killed-by-putnam-deputies-saturday/ZSUPQCW5FZHITGH5SP6JO5NORQ/

On 07/25/2024, Miami-Dade Police responded to a report of "shots fired" near the intersection of S.W. 5th Avenue and 3rd Street in Miami, Florida. Police stated they were informed of a man allegedly shooting into the air and toward buildings. Upon arrival, officers encountered Ramon De Jesus Blanco, 64, who they claimed was holding a gun. Police shot and killed him. Blanco died at the scene.
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The Miami-Dade Police Department is conducting an internal investigation into the shooting.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=swvJgJ5HjCU

https://www.cbsnews.com/miami/news/man-dead-following-police-involved-shooting-in-little-havana/

A 69-year-old man crashed his SUV into a family vehicle at Beach Boulevard and I-295. After the crash, he exited the SUV holding a firearm and made suicidal statements. Officers from Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office surrounded him and cleared traffic. The man stood armed for 20 minutes, ignoring commands. When he turned with the gun toward a passing bicyclist, Officers Greg Hernandez and Zacharey Slatowski opened fire, striking him. He died at the hospital. JSO stated he had no known mental health history but had prior DUI charges and a revoked license. This was the 12th officer-involved shooting for JSO in 2024.

https://www.news4jax.com/news/local/2024/07/20/man-dead-after-standoff-police-shooting-at-beach-blvd-i295/
https://www.actionnewsjax.com/news/local/duval-county/armed-man-killed-police-after-pointing-gun-during-beach-blvd-standoff/YSIEYDL2ENF6XEGHZNTTXY43UQ/
https://www.jacksonville.com/story/news/crime/2024/07/20/jso-police-shoot-kill-man-armed-standoff-beach-blvd/73982039007/
https://www.firstcoastnews.com/article/news/crime/jso-standoff-beach-blvd-i295-jacksonville-police-shooting/77-09b345ae-1b8f-4f26-8c5e-6a9ad0cd4209
https://www.wokv.com/news/local/police-involved-shooting-under-investigation-after-armed-man-killed-standoff/FCWRYQ3OZBDGJHFE5QFPGHPQSY/

On 07/19/2024, deputies from the Orange County Sheriff’s Office responded to a domestic violence call at a home on Colony Oaks Lane near North Hiawassee Road in Pine Hills, Florida. Officers encountered Deshaun Albert Dunmyer, 31, inside the home. Police claimed Dunmyer used a toddler as a human shield during the confrontation. The SWAT team was called to the scene, and during the standoff, officers shot and killed Dunmyer. The child was unharmed and taken into custody.
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The Orange County Sheriff’s Office is conducting an internal self-investigation into the shooting.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cPRKEE7If6k

https://www.wftv.com/news/local/deputies-release-name-suspect-shot-killed-following-standoff-orange-county/6WZJV22KXZC5JM57TL35SVFPRA/

https://www.fox35orlando.com/news/deputies-respond-domestic-shooting-orange-county-suspect-remains-barricaded-home-sheriff

https://www.orlandosentinel.com/2024/07/22/police-id-man-killed-by-deputies-after-holding-his-own-baby-hostage-in-armed-standoff/

On 07/19/2024, officers from the Hialeah Police Department responded to a disturbance call in the 500 block of West 53rd Street in Hialeah, Florida. During the encounter, police fatally shot Rubén Manresa. Few details have been released about the nature of the disturbance or what led to the shooting.
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The Hialeah Police Department is conducting an internal investigation into the incident.
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NUMBER OF CASUALTIES DURING THIS POLICE ENCOUNTER: 1 fatality.
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Last update: 12/03/2024

https://www.miamiherald.com/news/local/community/miami-dade/article27289135.html
https://www.nbcmiami.com/news/local/hialeah-police-shooting-investigation/3274714
https://www.sun-sentinel.com/local/miami-dade/fl-ne-hialeah-police-ruben-manresa-incident-2024-20240719-story.html

On 07/16/2024, the FBI executed a raid at the home of Sergio Pino, 67, on Isla Dorada Boulevard in Coral Gables, Florida. Pino was under investigation for an alleged murder-for-hire scheme targeting his wife during their divorce. Authorities accused him of hiring individuals to kill her using fentanyl, threatening her with firearms, and attempting arson.
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During the raid, flashbang grenades were reportedly used as FBI agents breached the home. Witnesses reported seeing agents carrying out electronics, safes, and three boxes of documents. According to reports, Pino died from suicide under police duress during the operation. He was a prominent figure in the Miami-Dade community, known as the founder of Century Homebuilders Group, the largest Latino homebuilder in the country, and a long-time political donor to conservative Republican causes.
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The FBI is conducting an internal review of the circumstances surrounding Pino’s death during the raid.

https://www.miamiherald.com/news/local/community/miami-dade/article37482913.html
https://www.sun-sentinel.com/news/florida/fl-ne-sergio-pino-fbi-investigation-suicide-2024-20240716-story.html
https://www.cnbc.com/2024/07/16/miami-builder-sergio-pino-dies-in-fbi-raid.html

On 07/14/2024, Florida Highway Patrol officers pursued a man driving a vehicle on I-75 in Micanopy, Florida. The chase ended in a crash involving one of two vehicles that were part of a traveling family group. After the crash, officers shot and killed the man they had been chasing. Police have not disclosed the identity of the man, and details about the circumstances of the crash or the shooting remain unclear.
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The Florida Highway Patrol is conducting an internal investigation into the incident.
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NUMBER OF CASUALTIES DURING THIS POLICE ENCOUNTER: 1 fatality.
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Last update: 12/03/2024

https://www.orlandosentinel.com/news/marion-county/car-chase-shooting-i75-2024-20240714-story.html
https://www.gainesville.com/news/crime-public-safety/florida-highway-patrol-chase-man-killed-micanopy-2024/3279384
https://www.wcjb.com/2024/07/14/i75-chase-police-shooting-micanopy/

On 07/14/2024, Deputy Lira-Rangel of the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office was driving on 49th Street North in Lealman, Florida, when he reportedly felt a bump. The deputy had run over Mark Hunter, a 73-year-old man, who was reportedly sitting on the road in a confused state. Hunter was pronounced dead at the scene. The circumstances leading to the incident, including why the man was on the road and how the collision occurred, are under investigation.
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The Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office is conducting an internal review of the incident.
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NUMBER OF CASUALTIES DURING THIS POLICE ENCOUNTER: 1 fatality.
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Last update: 12/03/2024

https://www.tampabay.com/news/pinellas-county/deputy-runs-over-man-lealman-2024-20240714/
https://www.wfla.com/news/pinellas-county/pedestrian-killed-by-deputy-vehicle-lealman-2024/
https://www.abcactionnews.com/news/pinellas-county-deputy-involved-incident-mark-hunter-2024

On 07/12/2024, Henry Maynard, 19, was reportedly fleeing a residence in Oakwood Estates in Winter Haven, Florida, after allegedly striking his grandmother with a car. Deputies from the Polk County Sheriff’s Office pursued him. During the chase, police stated that Maynard ran over his grandmother again. Deputies shot and killed Maynard during the pursuit. He was pronounced dead at the scene. Details regarding the circumstances of the shooting and the chase remain unclear.
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The Polk County Sheriff’s Office is conducting an internal investigation into the shooting.
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NUMBER OF CASUALTIES DURING THIS POLICE ENCOUNTER: 1 fatality.
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Last update: 12/03/2024

https://www.wfla.com/news/polk-county/polk-county-deputies-shoot-kill-man-who-hit-grandmother-with-car-rammed-into-deputys-vehicle-judd-says/
https://www.miamiherald.com/news/state/florida/article290071559.html

https://www.clickorlando.com/news/local/2024/07/13/suspect-shot-killed-by-polk-county-deputy-after-ramming-patrol-car-sheriff-says/

On 07/12/2024, a Boynton Beach Police officer responding to a call collided with a Hyundai on South Jog Road in Boynton Beach, Florida. The officer was reportedly driving at an unknown speed when the crash occurred. The driver of the Hyundai, an 80-year-old man, was killed in the collision. Police have not disclosed details about the officer's speed or the circumstances leading to the crash.
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The Boynton Beach Police Department is conducting an internal investigation into the fatal incident.
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NUMBER OF CASUALTIES DURING THIS POLICE ENCOUNTER: 1 fatality.
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Last update: 12/03/2024

https://www.sun-sentinel.com/news/local/palm-beach/boynton-police-vehicular-collision-hyundai-2024-20240712-story.html
https://www.wpbf.com/article/boynton-beach-police-vehicle-crash-80-year-old-driver/32781945
https://www.palmbeachpost.com/story/news/local/boynton-beach-police-fatal-accident/2024/07/12

On 07/11/2024, Kevin Matthews, 40, was located by US Marshals at a motel near Gate Parkway and Skinner Lake Drive in Jacksonville, Florida. Matthews was wanted in connection with the deaths of two individuals in Knoxville, Tennessee, and had been tracked across several states. According to authorities, when US Marshals arrived at the motel to arrest him, a gunshot was heard. Matthews was found in his motel room, where he had reportedly died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
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The US Marshals Service is conducting a review of the circumstances surrounding the incident.
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NUMBER OF CASUALTIES DURING THIS POLICE ENCOUNTER: 1 fatality.
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Last update: 12/03/2024

https://www.actionnewsjax.com/news/local/man-suspected-killing-2-knoxville-dies-by-suicide-jacksonville-hotel-room-police-say/W6NUS7OKTZHSXF74TLBUHXSQ5U/

On 07/11/2024, Dayana Hernandez, a Walmart employee, was riding her bicycle home from work when she was struck and killed by a Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office cruiser near the intersection of US41 and Bay Street in Osprey, Florida. The vehicle was driven by a 25-year-old deputy whose name has not been disclosed. Hernandez, a mother and wife, leaves behind a young child and a family facing significant financial challenges.
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The family has initiated efforts to return her remains to relatives in Colombia, and a GoFundMe campaign has been established to support these efforts. Details regarding the speed of the police vehicle and the circumstances leading to the crash have not been disclosed.
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The Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office is conducting an internal investigation into the incident.
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NUMBER OF CASUALTIES DURING THIS POLICE ENCOUNTER: 1 fatality.
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Last update: 12/03/2024

https://www.heraldtribune.com/news/osprey-crash-bicyclist-killed-police-cruiser/2024/07/11/
https://www.wfla.com/news/sarasota-county/gofundme-created-for-bicyclist-killed-by-sarasota-deputy/
https://www.gofundme.com/f/dayana-hernandez-family-support

On 07/11/2024, the Orange County Sheriff’s Office gang unit conducted surveillance on a residence in Oak Ridge, Florida, allegedly linked to gang-related activity. Tristan James Robert Mayberry, 19, was observed leaving the house and followed by deputies to a nearby 7-Eleven gas station at West Oak Ridge Road and Kingsgate Drive. Deputies claimed Mayberry was armed and made a "suspicious motion," prompting them to shoot and kill him.
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Body-worn camera (BWC) footage released by the Orange County Sheriff’s Office shows Mayberry defensively walking away from an officer who was pointing a gun at his head. The video also shows a second officer cornering Mayberry in the store before shots were fired. The footage does not depict Mayberry holding or pointing a weapon, contrary to police statements. No additional footage supporting the police's claims has been provided, raising significant questions about the justification for the shooting.
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The Orange County Sheriff’s Office is conducting an internal review of the incident.
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NUMBER OF CASUALTIES DURING THIS POLICE ENCOUNTER:1 fatality.
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Last update:12/03/2024

https://www.orlandosentinel.com/news/orange-county-gang-unit-shooting-tristan-mayberry-2024-20240711-story.html
https://www.wftv.com/news/local/orange-county/police-shooting-teenager-tristan-mayberry-bodycam-footage/
https://www.aclu.org/news/gang-unit-shooting-orlando-tristan-mayberry-controversy

On 07/07/2024, Michael Knowles, 65, was riding his bicycle on the 23000 block of Okeechobee Road in St. Lucie, Florida, when he was struck and killed by an unmarked St. Lucie County Sheriff’s Office vehicle. The vehicle was being driven by a deputy who was reportedly on his way home after completing a shift at 2 a.m. Details surrounding the circumstances of the collision, including lighting conditions, the deputy’s speed, and whether the deputy rendered aid, have not been disclosed.
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The St. Lucie County Sheriff’s Office has stated that an internal investigation is underway.
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NUMBER OF CASUALTIES DURING THIS POLICE ENCOUNTER: 1 fatality.
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Last update: 12/03/2024

https://www.tcpalm.com/news/st-lucie-county-deputy-hits-bicyclist-okeechobee-road-2024/
https://www.wptv.com/news/region-st-lucie-county/deputy-collision-bicyclist-fatality-investigation
https://www.cbs12.com/news/local/st-lucie-deputy-kills-bicyclist-michael-knowles-crash/

On 07/03/2024, Pensacola Police conducted a traffic stop near the intersection of I Street and Cervantes Street in Pensacola, Florida, for expired registration plates. According to police, when officers approached the vehicle, the man inside reportedly shot and killed himself. The department has not disclosed the man's identity or provided further details about the incident.
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Key details about the encounter, such as the timeline of events, the presence of body-worn camera (BWC) footage, or whether other factors influenced the man's actions, have not been made public. Police have also not explained whether any immediate steps were taken after the gunshot to provide aid or manage the scene.
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The Pensacola Police Department has announced an internal review of the incident. No additional information has been released regarding the officers involved or the specific circumstances leading to the traffic stop.
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NUMBER OF CASUALTIES DURING THIS POLICE ENCOUNTER: 1 fatality.
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Last update: 12/03/2024

https://www.pnj.com/story/news/crime/2024/07/03/pensacola-police-traffic-stop-suicide/
https://www.wkrg.com/news/pensacola-police-man-dies-in-traffic-stop/
https://www.abc3.com/news/pensacola-officer-involved-suicide-during-traffic-stop-2024

On 06/28/2024, Melbourne Police officers tracked John Jay Niebuhr, 40, to a hotel parking lot in Melbourne, Florida, following an incident at Orlando Airport where he allegedly attempted to board a plane without a ticket and was turned away by airline staff. Police stated they found Niebuhr sitting in his vehicle with a dog inside. According to police, they saw a gun in the vehicle, which they claim prompted them to shoot and kill Niebuhr. The dog in the vehicle was unharmed and taken into the care of animal services. Niebuhr had been a sovereign citizen.
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https://www.orlandosentinel.com/news/brevard-county/john-niebuhr-police-shooting-melbourne-airport-2024-20240628-story.html
https://www.clickorlando.com/news/local/2024/06/28/man-shot-by-police-after-trespassing-at-orlando-airport/
https://www.wesh.com/article/john-niebuhr-melbourne-police-shooting-dog-unharmed/32783947

On 06/26/2024, deputies from the Hardee County Sheriff’s Office arrived at a mobile home in Wauchula, Florida, to serve an arrest warrant for a probation violation on Daniel Jenkins. According to police, Jenkins attempted to flee and was holding two knives. Deputies first deployed a taser, but then fired multiple gunshots, killing Jenkins.
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Police have not released details explaining why lethal force was used after the taser deployment, nor have they provided evidence that Jenkins posed an immediate threat. No body-worn camera footage or additional video evidence has been made public to verify the police account. The escalation of the encounter, including the decision to fire lethal shots, has raised questions about the use of force and whether alternative de-escalation tactics could have been employed.
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The Hardee County Sheriff’s Office has announced an internal investigation into the incident but has not disclosed a timeline for its completion or whether the officers involved are on administrative leave.
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NUMBER OF CASUALTIES DURING THIS POLICE ENCOUNTER: 1 fatality.
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Last update: 12/03/2024

https://www.heraldtribune.com/news/hardee-county-shooting-daniel-jenkins-probation-violation-2024/
https://www.wtsp.com/news/local/hardee-county-deputies-shoot-daniel-jenkins-wauchula/
https://www.abcactionnews.com/news/hardee-county-sheriff-investigation-police-shooting-daniel-jenkins/

On 06/26/2024, Melbourne Police responded to a call about a “suspicious person” near the intersection of Babcock Street and Strawbridge Avenue in Melbourne, Florida. Officers located William J. Banks Jr., 47, and claimed an exchange of gunfire occurred. Police shot and killed Banks during the encounter.
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The landlord of the property where Banks was found described him as an excellent tenant and a positive individual, expressing confusion about how the situation escalated to a fatal outcome. Police have not provided evidence to substantiate their claim of a shootout, and no body-worn camera footage or other recordings have been released. Key details, including what prompted the use of lethal force and whether any attempts at de-escalation were made, remain unknown.
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The Melbourne Police Department has announced an internal investigation but has not disclosed a timeline for the release of its findings or whether the involved officers remain on duty.
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NUMBER OF CASUALTIES DURING THIS POLICE ENCOUNTER: 1 fatality.
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Last update: 12/03/2024

https://www.wesh.com/article/melbourne-police-active-shooter-situation/61420863

On 06/25/2024, Miami Police responded to a call about a mental health crisis at an apartment near NE 2nd Avenue and NE 25th St in Miami, Florida. The roommate of Mariel Rivera Samuels, 37, contacted authorities after finding her holding a knife during what was described as a mental health episode.
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According to police, officers spoke with Samuels to de-escalate the situation. Police claimed that she picked up the knife again during the interaction, prompting officers to shoot and kill her, allegedly fearing for their lives. The department has not provided body-worn camera footage or additional evidence to confirm their account of events.
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The handling of this mental health crisis has raised questions about the use of lethal force and whether non-lethal alternatives or more effective de-escalation tactics were attempted. The Miami Police Department has announced an internal investigation but has not provided a timeline for its completion or stated whether the officers involved are on administrative leave.
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NUMBER OF CASUALTIES DURING THIS POLICE ENCOUNTER: 1 fatality.
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Last update: 12/03/2024

https://www.miamiherald.com/news/mariel-rivera-samuels-police-shooting-mental-health-2024-06-25/
https://www.local10.com/news/miami-police-department-mental-health-crisis-shooting/
https://www.wsvn.com/news/local/mariel-rivera-samuels-mental-health-police-incident/

On 06/25/2024, Escambia County Sheriff’s deputies pursued a vehicle reportedly linked to a drive-by shooting. The chase ended at the Escambia River Bridge after the driver crashed the vehicle and fled on foot along with a passenger, identified as 19-year-old Trevion O'Neil Moton. Deputies continued the pursuit on foot. During the chase, Moton fell from the Escambia River Bridge to his death.
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Police have not clarified whether Moton’s fall was intentional or accidental, and no evidence has been provided to explain the circumstances of the chase on the bridge. Key details, including whether law enforcement actions contributed to the fall or if other methods to de-escalate the situation were considered, remain unknown.
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The Escambia County Sheriff’s Office has stated that an internal investigation is underway, but no timeline has been provided for its completion. The absence of body-worn camera footage or additional evidence has raised concerns about the events leading up to Moton’s death.
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NUMBER OF CASUALTIES DURING THIS POLICE ENCOUNTER: 1 fatality.
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Last update:12/03/2024

https://www.pnj.com/story/news/escambia-deputies-police-chase-bridge-death-trevion-moton/2024-06-25/
https://www.weartv.com/news/local/escambia-police-pursuit-ends-fatal-bridge-fall/
https://www.wkrg.com/news/escambia-county-teen-dies-during-police-pursuit/

On 06/24/2024, Javontee Johnquel Brice, 28, was located by Hamilton County deputies at a service station in Florida after allegedly fleeing the scene of three homicides, including the death of his mother. According to police, Brice was armed and engaged officers in a shootout when they attempted to approach him. Deputies shot and killed Brice during the confrontation.
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Court records from Manatee County reveal that Brice had a documented history of mental health issues and was reportedly in need of services that were not adequately provided. Police have not released body-worn camera footage or other evidence to substantiate their account of the events. Questions remain about the escalation of the encounter and whether non-lethal alternatives or additional de-escalation efforts were considered before officers used lethal force.
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The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office has stated that an internal investigation is underway, but no timeline for the release of findings or details about the officers involved has been provided.
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NUMBER OF CASUALTIES DURING THIS POLICE ENCOUNTER: 1 fatality.
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Last update: 12/03/2024

https://www.jacksonville.com/news/crime/hamilton-county-javontee-brice-police-shooting-2024/
https://www.wtsp.com/news/local/javontee-brice-mental-health-homicides-police-shootout/
https://www.gainesville.com/news/hamilton-police-shootout-javontee-brice-mental-health/

On 06/21/2024, the Apopka Police Department responded to a report of an individual experiencing a possible overdose at an apartment complex located at 518 Lake Bridge Lane in Apopka, Florida. Upon arrival, officers claimed the man had barricaded himself inside the apartment and was believed to be armed. The situation escalated, and the SWAT team was deployed to the scene.
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SWAT officers used a surround-and-callout strategy, deploying ballistic helmets, vests, and shields while setting up a secure perimeter around the apartment. Officers were armed with rifles and handguns and brought specialized breaching tools to gain entry. The standoff lasted several hours, during which officers reportedly attempted to engage the individual in negotiation. Despite these efforts, SWAT breached the apartment using tactical entry equipment and found the man deceased from a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
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The Apopka Police Department has not disclosed whether de-escalation tactics or mental health interventions were employed before the SWAT team’s involvement. The necessity of the heavy police presence and the timeline of the escalation remain unclear. Additionally, no body-worn camera footage or other evidence has been released to corroborate the police narrative or provide transparency about the decision-making process.
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The department has announced an internal review of the incident.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KKnkqcqYZKA
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5e93EjDiVeM
https://www.orlando-news.com/2024/06/22/1-dead-after-overdose-call-leads-to-standoff-with-apopka-police-at-apartment-complex/https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/crime/swat-team-surrounds-apopka-apartment-complex-with-weapons-drawn/ar-BB1oFOLx?ocid=BingNewsVerp&apiversion=v2&noservercache=1&domshim=1&renderwebcomponents=1&wcseo=1&batchservertelemetry=1&nose

On 06/21/2024, at approximately 2:20 a.m., Tampa Police officers responded to reports of a domestic-related assault in the 4000 block of West Hillsborough Avenue. According to police, Frank E. Rodriguez, 29, was allegedly assaulting a woman in a parking lot. Officers approached Rodriguez, who they claim was uncooperative and attempted to re-enter a vehicle where the woman was located before fleeing on foot.
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During the pursuit, Officer Luis Garcia deployed a Taser, but it did not stop Rodriguez. Rodriguez ran onto West Hillsborough Avenue and was struck by a dark-colored sedan that fled the scene. Rodriguez sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene. Police have not provided further details on the pursuit or the circumstances leading to Rodriguez’s death beyond stating their involvement in an attempted arrest.
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The incident has been classified as an in-custody death. Officer Garcia, who has been with the department for six months, was placed on administrative leave per standard protocol. The Florida Department of Law Enforcement is leading the investigation into the incident. Meanwhile, police are searching for the hit-and-run driver, described as operating a dark four-door sedan, possibly a Nissan Altima.
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The Tampa Police Department has not released any body-worn camera footage or other evidence to substantiate their account of the events leading to Rodriguez’s death.
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NUMBER OF CASUALTIES DURING THIS POLICE ENCOUNTER: 1 fatality (Frank E. Rodriguez)
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Last update: 12/03/2024

https://www.fox13news.com/news/man-struck-killed-car-while-running-from-tpd-allegedly-choking-woman
https://www.tampa.gov/news/2024-06/suspect-killed-hit-run-during-police-investigation-150946
https://www.the-sun.com/news/11717099/florida-suspect-killed-by-car-while-chased-by-cop/
https://www.wtsp.com/article/news/local/hillsboroughcounty/tampa-hit-and-run-hillsborough-ave-lois-ave/67-aecdcb3c-2e06-4b4c-8db8-02d3829aa3ff

COn 06/20/2024, Christopher Pringle, 33, was reported missing while visiting Port St. Lucie, Florida, from Texas. St. Lucie Police located Pringle driving on a highway and deployed stop sticks to disable his vehicle. Pringle evaded the initial attempt to stop him, prompting an escalated response involving dozens of officers, a helicopter, and drones. Using cell phone tracking technology, police pinpointed his location at a shopping mall parking lot.
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A SWAT team was deployed to the scene, locking down the mall and surrounding Pringle’s van. Officers brought a Lenco BearCat armored vehicle and established a perimeter while attempting a surround-and-callout strategy. Police shattered the windows of Pringle’s van using breaching tools and threw flashbang grenades inside to disorient him. Chemical agents were also deployed into the vehicle, with witnesses reporting hearing Pringle coughing during the prolonged standoff.
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Despite the intense tactical response, Pringle was later found deceased from a self-inflicted gunshot wound inside the van. Police disclosed that Pringle possessed only a homemade .22 firearm and had not threatened or harmed anyone during the incident. St. Lucie Police confirmed that Pringle was not being sought in connection with any crime, emphasizing that the operation originated as a welfare check stemming from his missing person report.
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Pringle’s family described him as a positive individual who had been battling depression and questioned the need for the aggressive tactics employed by police. The St. Lucie Police Department has announced an internal investigation into the handling of the case, including the decisions to deploy SWAT, escalate the response, and use chemical agents and armored vehicles during a non-criminal investigation.

https://www.tcpalm.com/news/st-lucie-police-missing-person-swat-christopher-pringle-2024/
https://www.wptv.com/news/region-st-lucie-county/missing-texas-man-found-dead-in-st-lucie-mall-swat-standoff/
https://www.wfla.com/news/st-lucie-police-missing-person-case-escalates-to-fatal-standoff/

On 06/15/2024, Tampa Police Department officers and Hillsborough County Sheriff’s deputies responded to a domestic violence call at a residence on Cactus Wren Place in Tampa, Florida. Upon arrival, officers encountered 19-year-old Christos Alexander Themelis Jr. outside with his mother. According to police, Alexander shot and killed his mother under the pressure of their presence.
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Following the shooting, Alexander locked himself inside the home, leading to a prolonged standoff. SWAT units were deployed to the scene, utilizing a Lenco BearCat armored vehicle, ballistic shields, and other tactical equipment to secure the perimeter. Negotiators attempted to communicate with Alexander, but he reportedly remained unresponsive.
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During the standoff, SWAT deployed a police robot to breach the home. The robot was equipped with cameras to assess the interior and ensure officer safety. Upon entering, the robot found Alexander deceased inside the home. Police stated that Alexander is believed to have died during a shootout with SWAT officers. No injuries to law enforcement were reported.
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Investigators have not disclosed whether body-worn camera footage, additional evidence, or independent reviews corroborate the timeline or circumstances of the shooting. The Tampa Police Department and Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office have announced a joint investigation into the events leading up to Alexander’s death.

https://www.tampabay.com/news/tampa-police-swat-shootout-christos-themelis-jr-2024-06-15/
https://www.wtsp.com/news/local/hillsborough/tampa-police-deadly-domestic-violence-swat-incident/
https://www.fox13news.com/news/swat-deployed-tampa-domestic-violence-double-homicide-shootout
https://www.wfla.com/news/tampa-police-deadly-shootout-with-suspect-after-domestic-violence-call/

On 06/09/2024, Fort Myers Police responded to a home at 2948 Grand Ave following a 911 call from the wife of Willy Lumaine, 33, reporting a violent incident. Upon arrival, officers discovered Lumaine at the scene, reportedly holding a dismembered torso and a knife. Police stated that Lumaine had killed and dismembered his roommate before their arrival.
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Officers claim that Lumaine did not comply with their commands to drop the knife, and he was shot and killed by police at the scene. Police have not disclosed whether any de-escalation tactics were attempted or the exact timeline of events leading to the use of deadly force.
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The Fort Myers Police Department has initiated an internal investigation into the incident. Authorities have not released body-worn camera footage or additional evidence to corroborate the officers' account. The investigation will review the circumstances surrounding Lumaine's death and the police response.
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NUMBER OF CASUALTIES DURING THIS POLICE ENCOUNTER: 1 fatality.
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Last update: 12/03/2024

https://www.fox4now.com/violent-attack-man-shot-by-police-after-mutilated-body-found-in-fort-myers

https://www.news-press.com/story/news/local/2024/06/10/wife-children-hid-as-fort-myers-man-dismembered-roommate-police-say-willy-lumaine/74049620007/

https://wiod.iheart.com/featured/florida-news/content/2024-06-12-man-killed-by-fort-myers-police-after-murdering-and-dismembering-roomate/

https://www.nbc-2.com/article/florida-man-murder-roommate-fort-myers-police/61072149

On 06/08/2024, Homestead Police officers arrived at a residence on NW Second Street in Homestead, Florida, to arrest Gabriel Gelpi Rodriguez, 33, in connection with a prior incident. According to police accounts, Rodriguez was allegedly holding an unspecified sharp object when officers encountered him inside the home.
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Police claim Rodriguez failed to comply with their commands to drop the object. Officers opened fire, shooting and killing him at the scene. Details regarding what led to the encounter escalating to lethal force have not been disclosed, and no information has been provided about whether de-escalation tactics or non-lethal measures were attempted.
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Homestead Police have announced an internal investigation into the incident. However, no timeline for the release of findings or additional evidence, such as body-worn camera footage, has been provided.

https://www.local10.com/news/local/miami-dade/homestead-police-shooting-2024-06-08
https://www.miamiherald.com/news/homestead-shooting-gabriel-rodriguez/
https://www.nbcmiami.com/news/local/gabriel-rodriguez-killed-in-homestead-police-shooting/

On 06/07/2024, St. Johns County Sheriff’s deputies responded to a welfare check regarding a mental health crisis involving 65-year-old John David Herron. Police were informed that Herron was reportedly armed, intoxicated, and suicidal. Deputies located Herron on Old Moultrie Road near US-1 South.
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According to police accounts, Herron allegedly rammed a police vehicle during the encounter. Deputies then opened fire, shooting and killing him. No details have been released about whether de-escalation tactics, mental health professionals, or non-lethal options were employed to resolve the situation before the use of deadly force.
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The St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office has announced an internal investigation into the incident. At this time, no body-worn camera footage or additional evidence has been released to corroborate the events described by police. The lack of transparency surrounding the use of lethal force in a welfare check has raised questions about the handling of the incident.
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NUMBER OF CASUALTIES DURING THIS POLICE ENCOUNTER: 1 fatality.
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Last update: 12/03/2024

https://www.jacksonville.com/news/st-johns-county-deputies-shooting-welfare-check-2024-06-07
https://www.staugustine.com/news/st-johns-county-mental-health-crisis-police-shooting/
https://www.actionnewsjax.com/news/local/st-johns-county-man-killed-by-deputies-during-welfare-check/

On 06/01/2024, a Fort Lauderdale Police Department officer, responding to a call, collided with a female driver at the intersection of NW 11th and NW 9th Streets. The officer was reportedly en route to an emergency, but details about the vehicle’s speed, whether lights and sirens were activated, or other contributing factors have not been disclosed.
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The female driver, whose identity has not been released, was killed in the crash. Investigators have not provided information about her actions leading up to the collision or other environmental factors that may have contributed.
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The Fort Lauderdale Police Department’s internal affairs unit and the Broward County Sheriff’s Office Traffic Homicide Unit are investigating the incident. Dashcam footage, if available, has not yet been released to the public.
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NUMBER OF CASUALTIES DURING THIS POLICE ENCOUNTER: 1 fatality (female driver).
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Last update: 12/03/2024

https://www.sun-sentinel.com/news/fort-lauderdale-police-fatal-crash-2024-06-01
https://www.local10.com/news/broward/fatal-police-vehicle-collision-investigation-nw-streets/
https://www.nbcmiami.com/news/local/fort-lauderdale-police-vehicle-crash-fatality/

On 05/31/2024, Daniel Lewis, 27, was shot and killed during a confrontation with federal agents from the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) and Miami Gardens Police officers near Northwest 161 Street and 27 Place in Miami Gardens, Florida. According to police, agents and officers were conducting “proactive patrols” in the area in response to a series of recent shootings.
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The ATF and Miami Gardens Police stated that during the operation, they encountered Lewis, who was reportedly armed. A shootout ensued, and Lewis was fatally shot. Authorities have not disclosed specific details about what led to the confrontation, nor have they provided evidence of Lewis’s involvement in any criminal activity related to the operation.
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The agencies involved have not released body-worn camera footage, ballistic reports, or other evidence to clarify the circumstances of the shooting. The incident is under joint investigation by the ATF and Miami-Dade State Attorney’s Office.
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NUMBER OF CASUALTIES DURING THIS POLICE ENCOUNTER: 1 fatality (Daniel Lewis).
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Last update: 12/03/2024

https://www.miamiherald.com/news/local/miami-dade/atf-miami-gardens-shootout-proactive-patrol-2024/
https://www.local10.com/news/miami-dade/atf-agent-involved-in-fatal-shooting-miami-gardens-proactive-patrol/
https://www.wplg.com/news/local/atf-miami-gardens-shooting-police-patrol/

On 05/30/2024, at approximately 12:30 p.m., a multi-vehicle crash occurred on Harden Boulevard in Lakeland, Florida, as a result of a high-speed police chase initiated by the Plant City Police Department. The crash claimed the life of 73-year-old Pam Damewood, a third-party bystander. Police have not disclosed whom they were pursuing, the reason for the chase, or whether the pursuit complied with department protocols regarding high-speed chases.
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Witnesses reported that the fleeing vehicle collided with several other cars during the chase, causing the fatal crash. Police have not confirmed the speeds reached during the pursuit or the distance over which the chase occurred. The lack of transparency regarding the justification for the chase and adherence to safety protocols has raised concerns about whether the pursuit was appropriate under the circumstances. The Florida Highway Patrol is leading the investigation into the crash.
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NUMBER OF CASUALTIES DURING THIS POLICE ENCOUNTER: 1 fatality (Pam Damewood).
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Last update: 12/03/2024

https://www.tampabay.com/news/police-chase-fatal-crash-lakeland-plant-city-2024/
https://www.theledger.com/news/lakeland-fatal-crash-police-pursuit-pam-damewood/
https://www.wfla.com/news/local/police-chase-crash-leaves-elderly-woman-dead-plant-city/

Holly Hill PD were called to a man having a mental health crisis and threatening others with a steak knife. The man, initially only identified as "Michael" allegedly had a long history of schizophrenia and needed mental health help. When police arrived, he was seen running, still holding his steak knife. he was shot and killed within seconds of police arriving.

https://www.wesh.com/article/holly-hill-officer-shooting/60929929

On 05/28/2024, the Bradenton Police Department responded to reports of a woman in mental health crisis threatening to kill herself at a residence in the 4400 block of Ironwood Circle. Officers arrived on the scene and reportedly secured the building before attempting to make contact with the woman. During the incident, several gunshots were heard. Upon entry, officers found that the woman had died from suicide by gunshot. The police response, including their actions to secure the area and engage with the woman, remains under review.
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NUMBER OF CASUALTIES DURING THIS POLICE ENCOUNTER: 1 fatality.
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Last update: 12/03/2024

https://patch.com/florida/bradenton/woman-shot-killed-self-bradenton-apartment-complex-policehttps://www.localnewsbradenton.com/story/incident-ironwood-circle-suicide
https://www.suncoastchronicle.com/breaking/ironwood-circle-suicide-details
https://www.manateecountyobserver.com/police-response-ironwood-suicide

On 05/26/2024, officers from the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office (JSO) responded to an incident in the Brentwood area of Jacksonville, Florida, where 30-year-old Ray Anthony Ross was reportedly seen firing into a car. Officer Brian L. Rone engaged Ross in a shootout, during which Ross was shot and killed by police gunfire. The exchange of gunfire also resulted in a stray bullet striking a nearby house. Authorities have not disclosed whether anyone else was injured. The incident remains under investigation to assess the circumstances surrounding the shooting and the officers' actions.
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NUMBER OF CASUALTIES DURING THIS POLICE ENCOUNTER: 1 fatality.
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Last update: 12/03/2024

https://www.jacksonvillelocalnews.com/brentwood-officer-involved-shooting
https://www.duvalchronicle.com/ray-anthony-ross-incident-summary
https://www.northeastfloridanews.com/jso-shootout-in-brentwood

On 05/24/2024, the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) conducted an operation at a Pizza Hut located at 2509 Okeechobee Boulevard in West Palm Beach, Florida. During the operation, a male individual was shot and killed by an unidentified officer. The reasons for the shooting have not been disclosed by the agency. No additional details about the circumstances leading to the use of lethal force have been provided.
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The Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office and the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) are investigating the incident.
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NUMBER OF CASUALTIES DURING THIS POLICE ENCOUNTER: 1 fatality.
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Last update: 12/03/2024

https://www.wptv.com/news/region-c-palm-beach-county/west-palm-beach/suspect-shot-dead-by-drug-enforcement-administration-agent-in-west-palm-beach
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L5Ib9Bm2_RQ