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Jeffery Shane Hunt

Age :35

Gender :Male

Race : White

Date : 01/14/2024

Location : Hohenwald area

City : Summertown

County : Lewis

State : Tennessee

Agency : Lewis County Sheriff’s Office

Officer(s) : Unknown

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police under undisclosed circumstances

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

Police in Summertown, TN shot and killed a person under undisclosed circumstances.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.wkrn.com/news/local-news/tbi-1-dead-after-deputy-involved-shooting-in-lewis-county/

Novelle Nesmith

Age :14

Gender :Male

Race : Black

Date : 01/14/2024

Location : Unknown

City : Wethersfield

County : Hartford

State : Connecticut

Agency : Wethersfield Police Department

Officer(s) : Unknown

Cause of Death : Vehicle

Event : Killed by police chase crash

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On January 14, 2024, Wethersfield Police escalated a pursuit of a vehicle that was driving erratically. The vehicle, which had been stolen in Hartford, crashed into a tree and then into a house on Church Street in Wethersfield while police were in hot pursuit. Tragically, 14-year-old Novelle Nesmith, who was a passenger in the vehicle, was trapped and later pronounced dead.
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The other two juveniles in the vehicle were injured and taken to the hospital. One juvenile was treated for non-life-threatening injuries, while the other was released after medical care.

Novelle Nesmith's family has since called for further investigation into the circumstances surrounding the police chase.
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The Mid-State Accident Reconstruction Team is leading the investigation into the crash, and the Wethersfield Police Department is cooperating with the inquiry.
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NUMBER OF CASUALTIES DURING THIS POLICE ENCOUNTER:
1 fatality.
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Last Update: December 3, 2024.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://patch.com/connecticut/wethersfield/hartford-teen-idd-fatal-crash-victim-wethersfield-pd
https://www.ctinsider.com/capitalregion/article/wethersfield-teen-died-stolen-car-novelle-nesmith-18610968.php
https://www.nbcconnecticut.com/news/local/child-killed-when-stolen-car-hit-wethersfield-home-was-hartford-14-year-old-police/3194640/

William Marvin Toon

Age :28

Gender :Male

Race : White

Date : 01/14/2024

Location : Sinclair gas station on Riverdale Road

City : Ogden

County : Weber

State : Utah

Agency : Weber-Morgan Narcotic Strike Force, Ogden Metro Gang Unit, Utah County Major Crimes Unit, Ogden Police Department, Pleasant Grove Police Department

Officer(s) : Unknown

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police under undisclosed circumstances

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

A large number of officers from many law enforcement agencies tried to make an arrest and killed someone at a gas station. Police did not clarify whether the man they killed had been the man they were seeking.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.ksl.com/article/50844813/1-man-dead-following-shooting-involving-ogden-officers

https://www.standard.net/police-fire/2024/jan/15/sunday-shooting-by-police-in-riverdale-reportedly-leaves-man-dead/

https://ksltv.com/615204/ogden-police-release-identity-of-man-shot-on-sunday-say-he-was-suspect-in-scissors-stabbing/

Albert Alderman

Age :33

Gender :Male

Race : White

Date : 01/14/2024

Location : Avondale Avenue

City : Toledo

County : Lucas

State : Ohio

Agency : Toledo Police Department

Officer(s) : Toledo Police Department

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police during pursuit

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

Albert Alderman had called Toledo police to report his girlfriend was not breathing. Police arrived, found no signs of trauma and had her autopsied. Autopsy revealed she had been strangled. Police set out to arrest Alderman who fled and fired shots at police. They shot and killed him.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.wtol.com/article/news/crime/person-shot-and-killed-in-officer-involved-shooting-in-west-toledo-neighborhood/512-2f8c1a8f-b6f4-4066-8a0f-26cbe21c41a0

Te'Onna De’Asha Davis-Cannon

Age :27

Gender :Female

Race : Black

Date : 01/14/2024

Location : Cleaver Boulevard and Benton Avenue

City : Kansas City

County : Jackson

State : Missouri

Agency : Kansas City Police Department

Officer(s) : Unknown

Cause of Death : Vehicle

Event : Killed by police chase crash

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

Kansas City Police initiated a chase. A woman fled. Police claimed they stopped pursuing her as she crashed into a tree and died. It is unknown if and when police called in to call off the chase.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://fox4kc.com/news/woman-dies-in-crash-off-swope-after-allegedly-running-from-police-kcpd/

https://www.kshb.com/news/crime/driver-dies-in-overnight-crash-near-swope-parkway-mlk-jr-boulevard

William Michael Fulk

Age :66

Gender :Male

Race : White

Date : 01/14/2024

Location : Silas Creek Road and McGregor Road

City : Winston Salem

County : Forsyth

State : North Carolina

Agency : Winston Police Department

Officer(s) : Unknown

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police after firing shots

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

A man allegedly had a long gun in Winston-Salem. Police arrived and allege he had shot into a neighbor’s car. They shot and killed him.A neighbor later said that he was “the sweetest man” who had been having dementia issues and she attributed his confused behavior to it.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kvCoS8oQ5SQ

https://myfox8.com/news/north-carolina/winston-salem/man-with-long-gun-shot-into-neighbors-car-at-officers-before-being-killed-by-police-in-winston-salem-police-say/

Matthew Holland

Age :31

Gender :Male

Race : White

Date : 01/14/2024

Location : 140 Southwest Columbia Street

City : Portland

County : County : Multnomah

State : Oregon

Agency : PPB – Portland Police Bureau

Officer(s) : Joshua Howery

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police under unknown circumcstances

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

Portland police shot and killed Matthew Holland who had been firing bullets from a building. Officer Joshua Howery who killed him had previously killed Alexander Tadros in 2021.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.koin.com/news/portland/1-dead-after-officer-involved-shooting-in-downtown-portland-apartment/

https://www.portlandoregon.gov/police/news/read.cfm?id=533280

https://www.koin.com/local/portland-apartment-shooting-suspect-killed-in-officer-involved-shooting-idd/

Previous Killing by Officer Howery:
https://www.oregonlive.com/crime/2022/02/grand-jury-finds-no-criminal-wrongdoing-in-police-fatal-shooting-of-30-year-old-man-in-north-portland.html

Ramon Zavari Miller

Age :18

Gender :Male

Race : Black

Date : 01/14/2024

Location : I-77 and Tyvola

City : Charlotte

County : Charlotte-Mecklenburg

State : North Carolina

Agency : Charlotte Mecklenburg Police Department

Officer(s) : Unknown

Cause of Death : Vehicle

Event : Killed by police chase crash

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

Charlotte Police chased a car they believed stolen on the I-77. The vehicle tried to take the exit and crashed. Ramon Zavari Miller died.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dQ3tFY_TLyQ

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Wesley Gerald Klotthor

Age :32

Gender :Male

Race : Native American

Date : 01/14/2024

Location : 800 block of Black Street

City : Santa Maria

County : Santa Barbara

State : California

Agency : Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office, Special Enforcement Team, California Highway Patrol and Santa Maria Police Department

Officer(s) : Nicholas Adomaitis, Michael Savey

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police during domestic disturbance call

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On 01/14/2024, officers from the Santa Maria Police Department, California Highway Patrol, and the Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office, including its Special Enforcement Team, responded to a domestic disturbance in the 800 block of Black Street in Santa Maria, California.

The incident escalated when Wesley Gerald Klotthor, 32, fled the scene, prompting a pursuit. The chase culminated in a standoff involving multiple law enforcement agencies. During the standoff, officers Nicholas Adomaitis and Michael Savey discharged their firearms, killing Klotthor.
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Investigations into the incident, including the circumstances surrounding the pursuit and shooting, are ongoing and are being conducted by the involved agencies and independent oversight bodies.
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NUMBER OF CASUALTIES DURING THIS POLICE ENCOUNTER: 1 fatality.
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Last Update: 12/01/2024

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.santamariatimes.com/news/local/police-chase-domestic-disturbance-shooting-investigation/2024/
https://www.noozhawk.com/article/santa_maria_police_standoff_fatal_shooting_reported/
https://www.ksby.com/news/local-news/multiple-agencies-involved-in-deadly-shooting-in-santa-maria

Nathaniel Law Liberator

Age :33

Gender :Male

Race : White

Date : 01/14/2024

Location : 300 block of C Street

City : Carlisle

County : Cumberland

State : Pennsylvania

Agency : Pennsylvania State Police

Officer(s) : Unknown

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police during disturbance call

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

Pennsylvania State Police were sent to the 300 block of C Street in Carlisle for a disturbance call. The officers engaged in an altercation with Nathaniel Law Liberator and shot and killed him. Liberator had recently graduated from college. Police would not say whether Liberator had a weapon.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.abc27.com/local-news/one-dead-after-altercation-with-police-in-cumberland-county/

https://www.gofundme.com/f/please-support-nathan-liberators-memoria

David Michael Pemberton

Age :56

Gender :Male

Race : White

Date : 01/13/2024

Location : Rupple Road

City : Fayetteville

County : Washington

State : Arkansas

Agency : Arkansas State Police

Officer(s) : Unknown

Cause of Death : Vehicle

Event : Bystander killed by police chase crash

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On January 13, 2024, Arkansas State Police pursued a speeding Dodge Charger, which crossed into the path of a vehicle driven by David Michael Pemberton, a food delivery driver. Pemberton was killed in the resulting crash. His brother has since launched a petition calling for investigations into police chases due to the frequent deaths caused by these pursuits.
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The investigation is being led by the Arkansas State Police.
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Last update: 11/26/2024.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.fox16.com/crime/fayetteville-man-fleeing-arkansas-state-police-causes-fatal-crash/
https://www.nwahomepage.com/news/brother-of-bystander-killed-in-police-pursuit-creates-petition/

Noor Ramsis

Age :38

Gender :Male

Race : Middle Eastern

Date : 01/13/2024

Location : 1600 block of Florence Avenue

City : Los Angeles

County : Los Angeles

State : California

Agency : LASD

Officer(s) : Unknown

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police investigating robbery

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On 01/13/2024, deputies from the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department responded to reports of an armed robbery in the 1600 block of Florence Avenue in Los Angeles, California. Noor Ramsis, 38, was alleged to have robbed a woman at gunpoint prior to the deputies’ arrival.
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During the encounter, deputies shot and killed Ramsis. The LASD has not disclosed further details about the confrontation or the decision to use lethal force. Investigations into the incident are ongoing and are being conducted by the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department and oversight agencies to determine the circumstances leading to Ramsis’ death.
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NUMBER OF CASUALTIES DURING THIS POLICE ENCOUNTER: 1 fatality.
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Last Update: 12/01/2024

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2024/01/13/lasd-responds-to-robbery-suspect-shot-killed
https://www.dailynews.com/2024/01/13/armed-robbery-suspect-fatally-shot-by-lasd/
https://www.nbclosangeles.com/news/local/robbery-investigation-ends-in-fatal-shooting/

Leandro Luevano

Age :18

Gender :Male

Race : Latino/a/e

Date : 01/13/2024

Location : 10600 block of Cat Mountain

City : San Antonio

County : Bexar

State : Texas

Agency : Bexar County Sheriff’s Office, SWAT

Officer(s) : Unknown

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police during arrest

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

Bexar County deputies and SWAT went to a residence on the 10600 block of Cat Mountain to arrest an 18-year-old and shot and killed him in the process.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.kens5.com/article/news/local/law-enforcement/eyewitnesses-describe-swat-takeover-of-neighborhood/273-ffed80cd-b462-46d5-82a5-13c56f669674

Brian Douglas Dawson

Age :59

Gender :Male

Race : White

Date : 01/13/2024

Location : Sheldon Woods, Indian Hollow Reservation

City : Grafton

County : Lorain

State : Ohio

Agency : Lorain County Metro Park Police

Officer(s) : Unknown

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police during standoff

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

Brian Douglas Dawson locked himself in a vehicle and a park ranger approached. It is unknown what transpired but the ranger alleged that Dawson pointed a gun at him. He called police and SWAT arrived and created a standoff. Police eventually shot and killed Dawson.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://fox8.com/news/swat-standoff-ends-with-alleged-gunman-dead-sheriff/

https://www.wkyc.com/article/news/local/lorain-county/lorain-county-deadly-standoff-grafton/95-b6c0c647-f647-4e0e-9d0e-d1e21bab0dfd

Jake Chiaradonna

Age :35

Gender :Male

Race : White

Date : 01/13/2024

Location : Pine Street and Plummer Street

City : Manchester

County : Hillsborough

State : New Hampshire

Agency : Manchester Police Department, SWAT

Officer(s) : Unknown

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police during attempted arrest

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

Manchester Police saw Jake Chiardonna in a stolen vehicle and sent a K9 to attack him. He defended himself with a screwdriver, injuring the animal. Police shot and killed him.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://whdh.com/news/man-who-allegedly-stabbed-police-dog-during-standoff-dies-after-officer-involved-shooting-in-manchester-nh/

Taeron Jerrious Legg

Age :19

Gender :Male

Race : Black

Date : 01/12/2024

Location : Dellwood Apartments, 1503 S Green St

City : Glasgow

County : Barren

State : Kentucky

Agency : Glasgow Police Department

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Suicide under police duress

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

Glasgow PD arrived at a domestic violence situation and attended to an injured female victim when shooter Taeron Legg committed suicide under police duress.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.wnky.com/breaking-1-dead-1-injured-after-shooting-in-glasgow/

https://www.wbko.com/2024/01/12/1-killed-1-injured-glasgow-shooting/

Alfred Martinez

Age :44

Gender :Male

Race : Latino/a/e

Date : 01/12/2024

Location : Buddy Lawrence Drive

City : Corpus Christi

County : Nueces

State : Texas

Agency : Corpus Christi Police Department

Officer(s) : Unknown

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police in rescue shelter

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

Corpus Christi PD arrived at a rescue shelter to arrest Alfred Martinez for continued sexual assault of a child. Police allege that he had a gun and they shot and killed him.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.kiiitv.com/article/news/local/corpus-christi-police-have-not-yet-identified-officer-involved-in-fridays-fatal-shooting/503-38ceeafa-3733-4ec9-934b-15e118fd64d4

McCrae Bowser

Age :31

Gender :Male

Race : White

Date : 01/12/2024

Location : Smoky Crossing Apartment Complex

City : Seymour

County : Sevier

State : Tennessee

Agency : Sevier County Sheriff’s Office

Officer(s) : Unknown

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police during domestic violence call

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

A woman called 911 and reported that her ex-boyfriend was outside of her apartment complex with a gun. Police arrived and shot and killed him.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.wbir.com/article/news/crime/sevier-county-shooting-january-12-2024/51-83a6fcd5-f2c9-4a7c-aba4-d63e33a75b2a

Stephaun Fair

Age :15

Gender :Male

Race : Black

Date : 01/12/2024

Location : Gulf Freeway

City : Houston

County : Harris

State : Texas

Agency : Houston Police Department

Officer(s) : Unknown

Cause of Death : Vehicle

Event : Killed by police chase crash

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

Houston PD chased a vehicle at110 mph until it crashed on the Gulf Freeway, killing Stephaun Fair, injuring two others

SOURCE LINKS :

https://cw39.com/news/local/houston-police-investigates-double-fatal-police-chase-crash-on-gulf-freeway/

https://www.aol.com/news/houston-police-chase-ends-crash-121545220.html

Benjamin Prowell

Age :34

Gender :Male

Race : Black

Date : 01/11/2024

Location : Unknown

City : Maumelle

County : Pulaski

State : Arkansas

Agency : Maumelle Police Department (MPD), Arkansas State Police (ASP)

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police during attempted arrest

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On January 11, 2024, Maumelle Police Department officers responded to a reported disturbance at a residence in Maumelle, Arkansas. Upon arrival, officers encountered an individual who refused to cooperate with unknown commands. Police escalated a standoff involving MPD and Arkansas State Police, during which police opened fire and killed the man. The circumstances leading to the shooting remain under investigation. The Arkansas State Police have taken over the investigation, and their findings will be reviewed by the Pulaski County Prosecuting Attorney's Office.
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Total Fatalities: 1
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SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.thv11.com/article/news/local/asp-investigate-standoff-maumelle-police-one-dead/91-a961a5df-79a9-4ecd-9381-007409cd61aa
https://www.kark.com/news/local-news/asp-investigating-deadly-standoff-in-maumelle/
https://www.fox16.com/news/local-news/one-dead-after-standoff-with-maumelle-police/
https://www.arkansasonline.com/news/2024/jan/11/arkansas-state-police-investigating-fatal-maumelle-standoff/

Charquan Hargrove

Age :

Gender :Male

Race : Black

Date : 01/11/2024

Location : Unknown

City : Des Moines

County : Polk

State : Iowa

Agency : Des Moines Police Department (DMPD)

Officer(s) : Officer Brian Stern, Officer Nicholas

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police during attempted arrest

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On January 11, 2024, Des Moines Police Department officers responded to an unknown situation involving Charquan Hargrove. Officers Brian Stern and Nicholas escalated the situation, leading to a standoff during which they opened fire and fatally shot Hargrove. It has not been confirmed whether Hargrove was armed at the time of the shooting. The circumstances leading to the shooting are under investigation. The Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation is reviewing the case, and findings will be forwarded to the Polk County Attorney's Office for further review.
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Total Fatalities: 1
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SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.kcci.com/article/deadly-des-moines-police-shooting-officers-suspect-identified-charquan-hargrove-brian-stern-nicholas/63394889

Gustavo Benitez

Age :28

Gender :Male

Race : Latino/a/e

Date : 01/11/2024

Location : Unknown

City : Pixley

County : Tulare

State : California

Agency : Tulare County Sheriff's Office (TCSO)

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police during attempted arrest

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On January 11, 2024, Tulare County Sheriff's Office deputies conducted a traffic stop in Pixley, California. During the stop, deputies engaged 28-year-old Gustavo Benitez in an altercation. Deputies opened fire and killed him. The circumstances surrounding the incident are under investigation by the Tulare County Sheriff's Office, with findings to be reviewed by the Tulare County District Attorney's Office.
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Total Fatalities: 1
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SOURCE LINKS :

https://abc30.com/post/suspect-shot-deputies-during-traffic-stop-tulare-county/15782380/
https://www.yourcentralvalley.com/news/crime/1-dead-after-officer-shots-suspect-in-pixley/

John Farmer

Age :28

Gender :Male

Race : White

Date : 01/11/2024

Location : Unknown

City : Chouteau

County : Mayes

State : Oklahoma

Agency : Oklahoma Highway Patrol

Officer(s) : Unknown

Cause of Death : Vehicle

Event : Pedestrian killed by police chase crash

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

Brent Maner was on a dirt bike being chased by Oklahoma State Patrol. Troopers escalated a chase through downtown Chouteau where the dirt bike being driven by Brent Maner hit and killed pedestrian John Farmer. Police never said what was so urgent about this chase that they conducted it through the high-traffic part of town.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://ktul.com/news/local/two-dead-after-dirt-bike-police-pursuit-ends-in-crash-in-chouteau-mayes-ohp-john-farmer-brent-maner-chase

Donald Heath Hibbard

Age :49

Gender :Male

Race : White

Date : 01/11/2024

Location : 3rd and Elm

City : Quincy

County : Adams

State : Illinois

Agency : Quincy Police Department

Officer(s) : Officer Matthew Hermsmeier, Officer Gabriel VanderMaiden

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police during disturbance call

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On January 11, 2024, at approximately 11:51 a.m., Quincy Police Department officers responded to a disturbance at a residence in the 700 block of North 3rd Street. Upon arrival, officers observed 49-year-old Donald H. Hibbard with a handgun tucked in his waistband. Officer Hermsmeier attempted to de-escalate the situation using a TASER™, which was unsuccessful. During a struggle to gain control, Hibbard drew the handgun and fired, striking Officer Hermsmeier in the right upper arm. Officer VanderMaiden, fearing for both officers' lives, drew his service weapon and fired two rounds, fatally wounding Hibbard. Officer Hermsmeier was treated for non-life-threatening injuries at Blessing Hospital. Hibbard was transported to the same hospital, where he was pronounced dead. The incident was investigated by the Illinois State Police, with findings reviewed by the Adams County State’s Attorney’s Office. No charges were filed against the officers involved.
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TOTAL FATALITIES/INJURIES DURING THIS POLICE ENCOUNTER: 1 fatality (Donald H. Hibbard), 1 injury (Officer Matthew Hermsmeier)
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Last Update: 12/06/2024

SOURCE LINKS :

https://khqa.com/news/local/no-criminal-charges-for-quincy-police-officers-involved-in-january-shooting
https://khqa.com/news/local/update-in-officer-and-suspect-shooting-at-3rd-and-elm-in-quincy
https://khqa.com/news/local/adams-county-coroners-office-releases-name-of-3rd-and-elm-shooting-subject
https://www.nieburfh.com/obituary/DonaldHeath-Hibbard
https://www.myjournalcourier.com/news/article/baylis-man-dies-exchanging-gunfire-police-18604833.php

Name Not Disclosed

Age :19

Gender :Male

Race : Unknown

Date : 01/11/2024

Location : Unknown

City : Laredo

County : Webb

State : Texas

Agency : Webb County Sheriff’s Office

Officer(s) : Unknown

Cause of Death : Vehicle

Event : Killed by police chase crash

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

A Webb County deputy chased a vehicle until it crashed and killed a man. The reason for the chase was not disclosed.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.lmtonline.com/local/article/pursuit-south-laredo-ends-fatal-crash-suspect-18604557.php

Carlos Arnoldo Rauda

Age :46

Gender :Male

Race : Latino/a/e

Date : 01/11/2024

Location : I-40/Galloway exit

City : North Little Rock

County : Pulaski

State : Arkansas

Agency : Arkansas State Police

Officer(s) : Unknown

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police under unknown circumstances

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On January 11, 2024, Arkansas State Police shot and killed Carlos Arnoldo Rauda on I-40 near the Galloway exit after he allegedly opened fire on officers. The circumstances surrounding the incident are unclear.
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The investigation is being led by the Arkansas State Police.
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Last update: 11/26/2024.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.arkansasonline.com/news/2024/jan/11/suspect-killed-after-shooting-at-state-troopers-on-interstate-40-in-north-little-rock/

Garrett Freeman

Age :33

Gender :Male

Race : White

Date : 01/11/2024

Location : St. Joe Highway and Gates Road

City : Roxand Township

County : Eaton

State : Michigan

Agency : Charlotte Police Department

Officer(s) : Unknown

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police during arrest

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On 01/11/2024, deputies from the Eaton County Sheriff's Office responded to a report involving Garrett Freeman, a 33-year-old White male, who had allegedly threatened to harm his ex-girlfriend and engage in a shootout with law enforcement. Days earlier, Freeman was reportedly involved in a domestic violence incident in which he rammed his vehicle into his ex-girlfriend's parked car. On the day of the incident, Freeman was located driving toward his ex-girlfriend's home after reportedly issuing threats.
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Deputies attempted to stop Freeman's vehicle, resulting in a brief pursuit that ended near St. Joe Highway and Gates Road in Roxand Township. Deputies forced Freeman's vehicle off the road, immobilizing it. Freeman then exited the vehicle holding a handgun and fired at deputies. Officers opened fire, striking Freeman. He was transported to Sparrow Hospital, where he was pronounced deceased.
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Body camera footage released by the Eaton County Sheriff's Office shows Freeman firing at deputies before they opened fire. Following a review, the Eaton County Prosecuting Attorney ruled the deputies' use of deadly force justified due to the immediate threat Freeman posed.
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TOTAL FATALITIES/INJURIES DURING THIS POLICE ENCOUNTER: 1 fatality.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.lansingstatejournal.com/story/news/2024/01/11/shooting-police-eaton-county-deputies-charlotte/72196221007/

https://www.lansingstatejournal.com/story/news/2024/01/23/fatal-shooting-id-garrett-freeman-roxand-township-eaton-sheriff/72322791007/

Brent Maner

Age :30

Gender :Male

Race : White

Date : 01/11/2024

Location : Unknown

City : Chouteau

County : Mayes

State : Oklahoma

Agency : Oklahoma Highway Patrol

Officer(s) : Unknown

Cause of Death : Vehicle

Event : Pedestrian killed by police chase crash

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

Brent Maner was on a dirt bike being chased by Oklahoma State Patrol. Troopers escalated a chase through downtown Chouteau where the dirt bike being driven by Brent Maner hit and killed pedestrian John Farmer. Police never said what was so urgent about this chase that they conducted it through the high-traffic part of town.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://ktul.com/news/local/two-dead-after-dirt-bike-police-pursuit-ends-in-crash-in-chouteau-mayes-ohp-john-farmer-brent-maner-chase

Deiondre Brock

Age :27

Gender :Male

Race : Black

Date : 01/11/2024

Location : Claiborne Bridge

City : New OOrleans Parishrleans

County : Orleans Parish

State : Louisiana

Agency : St. Bernard Parish Sheriff’s Office

Officer(s) : Unknown

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Suicide under police duress

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On 01/11/2024, deputies from the St. Bernard Parish Sheriff’s Office pursued 27-year-old Deiondre Brock to the Claiborne Bridge in New Orleans, Louisiana.
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During the standoff, deputies reportedly attempted to negotiate with Brock, who was in a distressed state and armed. Brock disengaged from negotiations and fatally shot himself.
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The St. Bernard Parish Sheriff’s Office is conducting an investigation into the incident. The names of the officers involved have not been disclosed.
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TOTAL FATALITIES/INJURIES DURING THIS POLICE ENCOUNTER: 1 fatality.
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LAST UPDATE: 12/09/2024

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.nola.com/news/local/deiondre-brock-suicide-police-response-claiborne-bridge/
https://www.fox8live.com/news/local/standoff-on-claiborne-bridge-ends-in-suicide/
https://www.wdsu.com/news/local/police-negotiation-death-on-claiborne-bridge/

John Michael Lewis Jr.

Age :43

Gender :Male

Race : White

Date : 01/11/2024

Location : East Taylor Street

City : Phoenix

County : Maricopa

State : Arizona

Agency : Phoenix Police department

Officer(s) : Unknown

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police under undisclosed circumstances

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On January 11, 2024, Phoenix police responded to a wellness check near East Taylor Street, following a report of water flowing from a residence. Officers arrived and encountered 43-year-old John Michael Lewis Jr. standing outside. After officers attempted to speak with him, Lewis allegedly pulled out a handgun, pointing it toward the officers, prompting them to retreat. Four gunshots were heard, and soon after, tactical officers arrived to secure the area. Lewis was found deceased inside the house, having sustained at least one gunshot wound. The exact circumstances surrounding the shooting remain unclear, and Phoenix Police have not disclosed whether Lewis was shot by officers or if he died from self-inflicted gunfire. The Maricopa County Attorney’s Office has opened a criminal investigation, while the Phoenix Police Department conducts an internal review to determine whether officers followed proper protocols.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.azfamily.com/2024/01/11/police-investigate-officer-involved-shooting-east-phoenix-neighborhood/
https://www.phoenixnewtimes.com/news/phoenix-police-fatal-shooting-john-lewis-jan-11-2024-12522413
https://www.hoodline.com/news/2024/01/one-dead-in-officer-involved-shooting-in-east-phoenix

Name Not Disclosed

Age :

Gender :Male

Race : Unknown

Date : 01/10/2024

Location : 3200 block of the Egan Highway

City : Egan

County : Acadia Parish

State : Louisiana

Agency : Acadia Parish Sheriff’s Office

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Suicide under police duress

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On 01/10/2024, deputies from the Acadia Parish Sheriff’s Office responded to an incident in the 3200 block of the Egan Highway in Egan, Louisiana, involving a male individual.
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Deputies reportedly attempted to negotiate with the individual, who was in a distressed state and armed. The individual disengaged from negotiations and fatally shot himself.
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The Acadia Parish Sheriff’s Office is conducting an internal investigation. The names of the officers involved have not been disclosed.
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TOTAL FATALITIES/INJURIES DURING THIS POLICE ENCOUNTER: 1 fatality.
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LAST UPDATE: 12/09/2024

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.katc.com/news/acadia-parish-suicide-during-police-response/
https://www.kplctv.com/news/local/acadia-parish-standoff-ends-in-suicide/
https://www.theadvocate.com/news/acadia-parish-man-dies-in-police-standoff/

Dewayne Campbell

Age :36

Gender :Male

Race : Black

Date : 01/10/2024

Location : 2503 Appling St

City : Chattanooga

County : Hamilton

State : Tennessee

Agency : Chattanooga Police Department, SWAT

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Suicide under police duress

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

Chattanooga PD and SWAT surrounded a home to try to arrest Dewayne Campbell who was wanted for a homicide. He committed suicide under police duress.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.local3news.com/local-news/chattanooga-police-department-responds-to-standoff-on-appling-street/article_973baa78-b014-11ee-bc2e-d77f97027d60.html

https://www.wdef.com/swat-responds-to-a-scene-and-finds-fugitive-dead/

William Wilson

Age :43

Gender :Male

Race : White

Date : 01/10/2024

Location : 4735 Marconi Avenue

City : Sacramento

County : Sacramento

State : California

Agency : Sacramento Police Department

Officer(s) : Unknown

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police after firing gun in apartment complex

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On 01/10/2024, Sacramento Police Department officers responded to reports of gunfire at an apartment complex located at 4735 Marconi Avenue in Sacramento, California. William Wilson, 43, was reportedly firing a gun within the complex, prompting police intervention.
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Officers escalated the situation by deploying SWAT units and utilizing a drone to monitor Wilson’s actions. A standoff ensued, during which Wilson allegedly fired his weapon multiple times. As the standoff intensified, police stated that Wilson rushed out of the apartment while pointing a gun. Snipers stationed on the scene fired rifles, killing Wilson.
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Investigations into the incident, including the tactics employed and the use of lethal force, are ongoing and are being conducted by the Sacramento Police Department and independent oversight agencies.
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NUMBER OF CASUALTIES DURING THIS POLICE ENCOUNTER: 1 fatality.
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Last Update: 12/01/2024

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.sacbee.com/news/local/article-sacramento-police-apartment-standoff-shooting/2024/
https://www.kcra.com/article/sacramento-apartment-complex-shooting-swat-standoff/2024/
https://www.abc10.com/article/news/local/sacramento-police-drone-swat-snipers-kill-man/2024/

Craig Cousin

Age :41

Gender :Male

Race : Black

Date : 01/10/2024

Location : Reisterstown Road

City : Owings Mills

County : Baltimore

State : Maryland

Agency : Baltimore County Police Department

Officer(s) : Cantrell, Folderauer, Eskins, Marsh

Cause of Death : Medical emergency

Event : Died in handcuffs and leg restraints during arrest

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On 01/10/2024, 41-year-old Craig Cousin died while in custody during an arrest by Baltimore County Police Department officers Cantrell, Folderauer, Eskins, and Marsh on Reisterstown Road in Owings Mills, Maryland. Police were responding to reports of a disturbance involving Cousin when the encounter escalated.
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Officers reportedly placed Cousin in handcuffs and leg restraints during the arrest. Shortly afterward, Cousin experienced a medical emergency and became unresponsive. Emergency medical services were summoned, but Cousin was pronounced dead at the scene.
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Details surrounding the arrest, including whether excessive force or improper restraint techniques were used, remain under investigation. Authorities have not disclosed any additional information about the timeline of events or actions taken by officers during the incident.
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The Baltimore County Police Department is conducting an internal investigation, with findings to be reviewed by the Baltimore County State’s Attorney’s Office.
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TOTAL FATALITIES/INJURIES DURING THIS POLICE ENCOUNTER: 1 fatality.
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LAST UPDATE: 12/09/2024

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.wbaltv.com/article/police-in-custody-death-owings-mills/46352582

Russell E. Barnett Jr.

Age :54

Gender :Male

Race : White

Date : 01/10/2024

Location : 3300 block of Pflanz Avenue

City : Louisville

County : Jefferson

State : Kentucky

Agency : Louisville Metro Police

Officer(s) : Unknown

Cause of Death : Vehicle

Event : Bystander killed by police chase crash

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

Louisville Metro Police hunted a stolen car into the vehicle of Russell Barnett at high speed, killing him.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.whas11.com/article/news/local/louisville-man-killed-suspect-fleeing-lmpd-officers-coley-stotts-russell-barnett/417-6c446842-911e-46df-9109-0b4c5025a278

Frank Powels

Age :44

Gender :Male

Race : Black

Date : 01/10/2024

Location : 600 block of Alter Street

City : Broomfield

County : Broomfield

State : Colorado

Agency : Broomfield Police Department

Officer(s) : Unknown

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police under undisclosed circumstances

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

Broomfield Police shot and killed someone in the Village Square Apartments in the 700 block of Burank Street on 01/10/2024.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.denverpost.com/2024/01/11/broomfield-police-kill-person-shooting/

Carlos Corona

Age :29

Gender :Male

Race : Latino/a/e

Date : 01/10/2024

Location : 750 East Powell Boulevard

City : Gresham

County : Gresham

State : Oregon

Agency : Gresham Police Department

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police after stabbing

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

Carlos Corona allegedly stabbed someone at a hotel in Gresham. Gresham Police Department shot and killed him.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.kptv.com/2024/01/11/man-shot-killed-by-police-was-act-stabbing-gresham-motel-guest-police-say/

https://www.kptv.com/2024/01/17/police-name-gresham-stabbing-suspect-killed-by-officers/

Alexander Staal

Age :51

Gender :Male

Race : White

Date : 01/10/2024

Location : 800 block of East Prospect Road

City : Oakland Park

County : Broward

State : Florida

Agency : Broward County Sheriff’s Office

Officer(s) : Unknown

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police during domestic violence call

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On January 10, 2024, Alexander Staal, 51, was wanted for multiple felony charges involving stalking, breaking in, and battery of a former partner several days prior. Deputies from the Broward County Sheriff’s Office located him in the 800 block of East Prospect Road in Oakland Park, Florida.
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Deputies made numerous attempts to persuade Staal to surrender peacefully. By approximately 2:47 p.m., deputies engaged in action during which they opened fire, killing Staal. Witnesses reported hearing multiple gunshots during the incident, noting that a BMW SUV at the scene was riddled with bullet holes in its windshield. It is unknown whether Staal posed a threat to police.
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Three deputies involved in the shooting have been placed on administrative assignment, as is standard procedure. The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) is leading the investigation into the incident.
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NUMBER OF CASUALTIES DURING THIS POLICE ENCOUNTER:
1 fatality.
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Last Update: 12/04/2024

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.sheriff.org/PIO/BSONews/Pages/FDLE-INVESTIGATES-FATAL-DEPUTY-INVOLVED-SHOOTING-IN-OAKLAND-PARK.aspx
https://broward.us/2024/01/11/domestic-violence-suspect-shot-killed-by-deputies-in-oakland-park-identified/
https://www.local10.com/news/local/2024/01/10/large-bso-presence-after-shots-fired-reported-in-oakland-park/

Mark Lee Williams

Age :41

Gender :Male

Race : White

Date : 01/10/2024

Location : 2300 block of South 8th Street

City : Lubbock

County : Lubbock

State : Texas

Agency : Lamesa Police Department

Officer(s) : Unknown

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police during arrest

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

Lamesa PD arrived at an apartment complex to arrest a man for child abuse. They shot and killed him in the process.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.everythinglubbock.com/news/local-news/lamesa-man-accused-of-child-abuse-killed-in-officer-involved-shooting/

Name Not Disclosed

Age :

Gender :Male

Race : Unknown

Date : 01/09/2024

Location : 1500 block of Jody Road

City : West Palm Beach

County : Palm Beach

State : Florida

Agency : Palm Beach Sheriff’s Office

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Suicide under police duress

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On January 9, 2024, at approximately noon, detectives from the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office (PBSO) Tactical Apprehension & Confrontation (TAC) Unit arrived at a residence in the 1500 block of Jody Road, West Palm Beach, Florida, to serve an arrest warrant for armed carjacking. After entering the home, the man retreated to a bedroom, and shortly after, a gunshot was heard from behind the closed door. Following standard procedure, detectives called the on-duty SWAT team for assistance.
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The SWAT team attempted to communicate with the man repeatedly. Hearing no response, officers breached the bedroom door and discovered the man deceased from a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
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The Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office Violent Crimes Division is conducting the investigation into the incident.
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NUMBER OF CASUALTIES DURING THIS POLICE ENCOUNTER:
1 fatality.
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Last Update: 12/04/2024

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.wpbf.com/article/florida-palm-beach-sheriffs-office-man-takes-own-life-attempted-arrest/46331319
https://cbs12.com/news/local/palm-beach-county-sheriffs-office-in-standoff-with-convicted-felon-mobile-air-drive-haverhill-road-okeechobee-boulevard-stacy-street-florida-january-9-2024