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In the early morning hours of September 30, 2024, at approximately 5:00 a.m., Warren Police Officer James Burke crashed into a Dodge Durango at high speed. The vehicle, driven by Cedric Hayden Jr. and carrying his lifelong best friend DeJuan Pettis, was struck while turning left onto Prospect Avenue. Both Hayden and Pettis were killed instantly.
Crash reconstructionists described the impact as violent, launching the Durango airborne for more than 50 feet before it flipped. Officer Burke and his partner, who was riding in the patrol SUV, were both injured but survived.
The investigation determined that Officer Burke had been traveling at speeds exceeding 115 to 117 miles per hour without emergency lights or sirens activated, was not engaged in any pursuit, and had no valid reason for his speed at the time of the crash.
Officer Burke was terminated from the Warren Police Department in December 2024 and initially arraigned on multiple charges, including two counts of manslaughter with a motor vehicle (15-year felonies), one count of moving violation causing serious impairment of a bodily function (misdemeanor), and willful neglect of duty (misdemeanor). A preliminary hearing concluded on August 15, 2025, during which Judge John Chmura determined there was sufficient evidence that Burke’s conduct was grossly negligent and that his actions caused the deaths, binding the case over to Circuit Court for trial. Burke is scheduled to be arraigned in Macomb County Circuit Court on September 2, 2025, with a jury trial expected to follow soon afterward. A $100 million lawsuit has been filed on behalf of the families against the Warren Police Department alleging negligence.

https://www.fox2detroit.com/news/ex-warren-police-officers-prelim-continues-crash-killed-2-men
https://www.clickondetroit.com/news/local/2025/08/15/former-warren-officer-in-crash-that-killed-2-bound-over-to-stand-trial
https://www.cbsnews.com/detroit/news/former-warren-police-officer-fatal-crash-stand-trial
https://www.macombgov.org/departments/prosecutors-office/warren-police-officer-arraigned-manslaughter-charges-connection
https://www.candgnews.com/news/officer-in-fatal-policeinvolved-crash-will-stand-trial-8958

On September 30, 2024, Little Rock Police initiated a high-speed pursuit after observing a driver running a red light and driving recklessly through the city. The chase escalated until the driver crashed and the vehicle exploded, killing the individual. The incident is under investigation by the Arkansas State Police, but no information about the individual has been released. The crash was not included in the Arkansas Department of Safety's Fatal Crash Summary page, possibly due to the case being shielded from public view while under investigation.
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The investigation is being handled by the Arkansas State Police.
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Last update: 11/26/2024

https://www.nwaonline.com/news/2024/sep/27/little-rock-police-pursuit-ends-in-fiery-wreck-17/

Utah Highway Patrol chased a woman with a toddler in a van at high speed until the van crashed. The woman died and the toddler was critically injured. Police did not disclose why they undertook this life-threatening pursuit.

https://www.ksl.com/article/51143329/police-pursuit-on-i-15-ends-in-deadly-rollover-crash

https://kutv.com/news/local/identity-released-of-woman-killed-in-layton-rollover-crash#

Washington State Patrol chased a vehicle for a moving violation. The driver fled and police escalated a chase that ended in the Riverside neighborhood when the vehicle T-boned a teenage driver and crashed into the bushes. The teenage bystander was injured. The man who was chased until he wrecked the vehicle died in the hospital from his injuries. He was described as a 50-year-old man by friends. Washington State in 2021 banned police pursuits. With pressure from the police lobby, the state lifted pursuit restrictions for serious felonies only in 2023. This pursuit was reportedly initiated for a moving violation with no reports of a dire emergency warranting a pursuit.

https://komonews.com/news/local/state-patrol-pursuit-leads-to-deadly-rollover-crash

On September 29, 2024, Florida Highway Patrol officers initiated a pursuit after allegedly witnessing a traffic violation and erratic driving on U.S. Highway 19 in St. Petersburg. The vehicle, a Toyota Camry, fled from officers, and a high-speed chase ensued. Officers attempted a PIT maneuver and the vehicle eventually crashed after swerving into oncoming traffic.
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The crash resulted in the death of one passenger, and three others sustained non-life-threatening injuries. The names of the driver and passengers have not been disclosed.
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Body-worn camera footage has not been released publicly, but reports suggest that the incident occurred as a result of the officers' pursuit. Community members have raised questions about the necessity of the chase and the use of the PIT maneuver. The incident is being investigated by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement.
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Number of Casualties During this Police Encounter: 1 fatality
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Last Update: December 3, 2024

https://www.tampafp.com/st-petersburg-man-killed-in-crash-following-police-chase-on-us-19/
https://www.wtsp.com/article/news/local/pascocounty/us-19-chase-van-crash-pasco-county/67-b1933634-d0a9-493f-a3b0-cd583877f071
https://www.wfla.com/news/highlands-county/suspect-dead-after-deputy-involved-shooting-in-highlands-county/
https://www.fox13news.com/news/port-richey-driver-arrested-after-leading-troopers-7-miles-chase-along-u-s-19-pasco-county-fhp
https://www.cbsnews.com/miami/news/video-released-of-high-speed-fhp-chase-that-ended-in-miami-beach-crash/

On September 28, 2024, Port St. Lucie Police responded to a domestic violence call at a residence on Northwest Marion Avenue. Upon arrival, they found 50-year-old Paul Simon Fialho with an open propane tank and a lighter, and his wife restrained with zip ties inside the home.
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The officers attempted to engage with Fialho. ,When he continued to pose a perceived threat, officers fired on him, resulting in his death. The woman and three children inside the home were safely removed, and no one else was injured.
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Fialho’s family has questioned whether the officers could have de-escalated the situation without resorting to lethal force, particularly given his mental health struggles and the presence of the children. The incident is being investigated by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement.
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Number of Casualties During this Police Encounter: 1 fatality
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Last Update: December 3, 2024

https://www.wpbf.com/article/port-st-lucie-closes-roads-after-an-officer-involved-shooting/62425064
https://www.wptv.com/news/treasure-coast/region-st-lucie-county/port-st-lucie/zip-ties-propane-and-children-port-st-lucie-police-identify-man-shot-and-killed-by-officer
https://www.wptv.com/news/treasure-coast/region-st-lucie-county/port-st-lucie/port-st-lucie-police-investigating-officer-involved-shooting

On September 29, 2024, Anchorage Police responded to a mental health crisis call involving James V. Afuvai, a 24-year-old man with a knife. Afuvai made several confusing 911 calls, one of which involved him falsely reporting gunfire and claiming to be the victim of a threat. Upon arrival, Sgt. James Dokken encountered Afuvai, who was allegedly holding a 14-inch knife and advancing toward the officer. Despite verbal commands to stop and retreat, Afuvai continued to approach. Sergeant Dokken fired his weapon and fatally shot him. The entire altercation lasted approximately 15 seconds, and no bystanders were injured. Afuvai’s family expressed confusion, noting that he had been diagnosed with schizophrenia but had never shown violent behavior before. The incident was the second fatal officer-involved shooting of a Samoan Native in Anchorage within six weeks.
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Investigating Agency: Alaska State Troopers, Anchorage Police Department
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Last update: 11/26/2024

https://www.alaskasnewssource.com/2024/09/30/1-dead-anchorage-officer-involved-shooting/
https://www.thetundradrums.com/article/anchorage-police-release-details-about-mountain-view-shooting-involving-james-afuvai

Valencia deputies were called to the 100 block of Ladera Road in Los Lunas for a man arguing with neighbors and firing a gun. The officers were not able to resolve this and returned multiple times. During their last visit, they saw the quarrelsome man point guns at his neighbor, Michael Gabaldon who was allegedly defending himself on his property. Police shot and killed Gabaldon, stating he had a gun. Neighbors and his family in unison said that Gabaldon had been a “very good” person and the other neighbor was constantly threatening everyone in the neighborhood. Police were reportedly aware of this because there had allegedly been a number of similar previous incident involving this neighbor. Michael Gabaldon had been a former sheriff's deputy.

https://www.koat.com/article/valencia-county-sheriffs-deputies-involved-in-shooting-incident/62445191

https://www.krqe.com/news/new-mexico/1-dead-in-shooting-involving-valencia-county-sheriffs-office/

Mesa Police officers engaged Edward Johnson, 37, during an attempted traffic stop while he was riding a bicycle near Crismon and Broadway Roads on 09/29/2024. Officers pursued Johnson after he continued biking away, eventually encountering him near a canal. Police claimed Johnson pointed what appeared to be a firearm at them, prompting officers to shoot him. Johnson was transported to a hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries. Authorities later determined that the firearm he allegedly displayed was a replica gun.
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Police later noted that Johnson had an outstanding warrant related to a probation violation for a prior drug possession conviction in Pinal County. The Chandler Police Department, as part of the East Valley Critical Response Team, is overseeing the investigation into the incident.
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Last update: 11/26/2024

http://www.12news.com/article/news/local/valley/mesa-police-fatally-shoot-man-early-sunday-morning-september-29/75-4263eb7a-12b8-4f02-85fa-ad4e919d5504
http://www.azcentral.com/story/news/local/mesa/2024/09/29/mesa-police-officer-kills-man-who-police-said-pointed-a-weapon/75442699007/
http://www.aol.com/news/1-dead-following-officer-involved-205752979.html
http://ktar.com/story/5609638/replica-gun-mesa-police-fatal-shooting/
http://sky21.com/story/officers-shoot-and-kill-37-year-old-man-in-mesa-following-traffic-stop

A 32-year-old female pedestrian was hit and killed by an unmarked Maryland State Patrol trooper.

https://www.eyeonannapolis.net/2024/09/police-investigating-fatal-pedestrian-crash-involving-maryland-state-trooper/

https://www.fox5dc.com/news/woman-killed-after-struck-maryland-state-police-trooper-annapolis

On 09/29/2024, Holland Public Safety officers responded to a reported altercation at a gas station on Washington Avenue. A vehicle rapidly departed the scene without headlights. Officers escalated a high-speed chase that lasted several minutes. Alfredo Mojica Majin, the driver, lost control of the vehicle near the intersection of 32nd Street and South Shore Drive. The vehicle struck a tree, causing severe damage and catching fire. Alfredo and his brother Bryan Mojica, the passenger, were pronounced dead at the scene.
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The Ottawa County Sheriff’s Office is conducting the crash investigation, and the Holland Department of Public Safety is handling the broader investigation.

https://www.wzzm13.com/article/news/investigations/holland-crash-fleeing-police-victims-identified/69-9bf53b89-4283-4983-be57-9f5449ba26db
https://www.woodtv.com/news/allegan-county/police-id-2-killed-when-holland-chase-ends-in-crash/
https://www.fox17online.com/news/local-news/lakeshore/ottawa/suspects-killed-in-pursuit-ending-crash-were-brothers

An unnamed Holland Public Safety Officer responded to a report of shots being fired and came upon 26-year-old Alfredo Mojica Majin and his brother, 21-year-old Bryan Mojica, and chased them by car. The vehicle crashed and both died.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h8jYbTQv924

https://www.fox17online.com/news/local-news/lakeshore/ottawa/suspects-killed-in-pursuit-ending-crash-were-brothers

Plano PD were sent to a home in the 3800 block of Pratt Street for a “shots fired” call. Police found Russell Novak, 70, dead from multiple gunshot wounds. His son Nicolas Novak had fled the residence. Police located him and escalated a chase from Plano to Aurora including with helicopters. Police allege that Nicholas Novak stopped the vehicle, got out and pointed a gun at a deputy. A deputy and a Plano officer shot and killed him.

https://www.fox32chicago.com/news/aurora-officer-involved-shooting-fatal-plano

https://www.fox32chicago.com/news/investigation-underway-after-police-pursuit-leads-officer-involved-shooting-aurora-officials

https://abc7chicago.com/post/police-shoot-suspect-aurora-after-chase-began-plano-illinois-state-says/15367184/

BWC:
https://www.wspynews.com/news/local/kendall-county-authorities-release-body-cam-footage-and-911-audio-from-home-invasion-and-officer/article_826f449e-830c-11ef-a044-17d1d44b84b3.html

Pennsylvania State police recall to White Township for domestic dispute between our father and son. Police escalated a standoff during which Henry Divinskiy fired a gun at police and his father before dying from suicide under police duress.

https://www.indianagazette.com/news/troopers-shot-at-after-responding-to-white-township-domestic-dispute-gunman-found-dead/article_2fa6f096-7ece-11ef-8c07-1fbf9dcbe7b3.html

Maybank Police were called to a domestic disturbance on Barnes and Springfield. A man locked himself into a home and police escalated a lengthy standoff. When police made forcible entry, they found the man dead from suicide under police duress.

https://www.kltv.com/2024/09/28/part-barnes-road-mabank-closed-police-respond-disturbance/

On September 28, 2024, at approximately 6:20 p.m., a man contacted the Lone Tree Police Department, reporting that he had fired a shot inside his apartment and was experiencing suicidal thoughts. Officers from the Lone Tree Police Department, along with deputies from the Douglas County Sheriff's Office and a mental health clinician, responded to the scene in the 12000 block of Roosevelt Lane in unincorporated Douglas County.
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Upon arrival, crisis negotiators engaged the man via phone, urging him to exit the apartment peacefully. Approximately an hour later, around 7:20 p.m., the man emerged from the residence armed with a handgun, discharged a round into the air, and then pointed the weapon at the deputies. In response, several deputies fired at the man, who was subsequently transported to a hospital and pronounced dead.
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The 18th Judicial District Critical Incident Response Team is conducting an investigation into the incident. As of now, the man's identity has not been released pending notification of next of kin.

https://www.denverpost.com/2024/09/29/fatal-police-shooting-douglas-county-colorado/

https://www.denver7.com/news/local-news/douglas-county-deputies-shoot-kill-man-who-allegedly-pointed-gun-at-officers

On 09/28/2024, Dennoriss Richardson, 39, was found dead, hanging by a rope from the carport of an abandoned residence off U.S. Highway 72 in rural Colbert County, several miles from his home in Sheffield. The Colbert County Sheriff’s Office investigated the death and classified it as a suicide.
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Richardson's death attracted substantial scrutiny because seven months earlier he had filed a federal civil-rights lawsuit against the City of Sheffield and Sheffield police officers Brett Evans, Max Dotson, Darien Fountain, Billy Hall and Sinaca Butcher. The lawsuit, filed on 02/26/2024 in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Alabama, alleged unconstitutional arrests, excessive force and abuse while Richardson was in Sheffield police custody.
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The lawsuit arose from Richardson's detention on 11/30/2022 and 12/01/2022. Richardson alleged that Sheffield officers assaulted him at Sheffield Municipal Court and later abused him while he was confined in the Sheffield City Jail. His complaint alleged that police restrained him in a chair for more than three hours, sprayed him with chemical agents, used a Taser against him, struck him in the throat and denied him appropriate medical attention.
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Richardson's wife, Leigh Richardson, publicly rejected the determination that her husband killed himself. She said he had no connection to the abandoned property where his body was discovered and had not left a suicide note. She feared his death could be connected to his litigation against Sheffield police and called for an independent investigation.
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The circumstances also generated broader concern because Richardson was one of several Black and Latino men represented by civil-rights attorney Roderick Van Daniel who had filed lawsuits alleging misconduct by Sheffield police. Richardson had also reportedly complained to Sheffield Mayor Steve Stanley that police were profiling him. His wife said that after the federal lawsuit was filed, Richardson was repeatedly stopped by police and had become fearful of encounters with law enforcement.
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Colbert County Sheriff Eric Balentine requested that the FBI independently investigate Richardson's death. Balentine said his department remained confident in its suicide determination but sought federal review because of the family's concerns, Richardson's lawsuit against Sheffield police and the potential perception of a conflict involving local law enforcement.
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The Alabama Department of Forensic Sciences conducted the state autopsy. Its final report classified Richardson's death as suicide.
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Richardson's family obtained a separate private autopsy, which did not reach the same definitive conclusion. The private pathologist said the physical examination alone could not establish suicide and that additional investigation was necessary to exclude the possibility that the scene had been staged. The pathologist also reported that photographs of the death scene and the rope had not been provided for the private examination. The differing conclusions intensified the family's demands for further investigation.
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The case remained under scrutiny well beyond the initial investigation. On 03/04/2026, a Colbert County judge ordered Google to produce images and video associated with the street where Richardson's body was found. Google was ordered to comply by 03/19/2026. The order demonstrates that investigative or judicial efforts concerning the circumstances of Richardson's death were continuing approximately 18 months after his death.
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Richardson was born on 07/29/1985. His family described him as a father, husband, mentor and longtime youth baseball and football coach. He was survived by his wife, Leigh Richardson, two daughters, three sons, his mother, siblings and extended family. His obituary described him as a strong presence in his community who spent years mentoring and coaching young people.
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OFFICER BACKGROUND
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Brett Evans, Max Dotson, Darien Fountain, Billy Hall and Sinaca Butcher were the Sheffield police personnel named as defendants in Richardson's federal civil-rights lawsuit. Richardson alleged that the officers participated in unconstitutional arrests, excessive force or mistreatment associated with his November 2022 detention and confinement in the Sheffield City Jail.
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Richardson's allegations against these officers were pending civil claims when he died and should not be treated as adjudicated findings of misconduct. Their significance to this case is that Richardson had formally accused these specifically identified Sheffield officers of violating his civil rights months before he was found hanging at an abandoned property and his family began questioning the suicide determination.
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https://www.waff.com/2024/10/17/fbi-investigating-after-man-found-dead-abandoned-home/
https://apnews.com/article/2e2222fe1ce9d5e37b67837734fb4339
https://apnews.com/article/d32f93ad4b76a9006b7558284b1655aa
https://www.waff.com/2025/01/03/final-state-autopsy-report-released-colbert-county-mans-death/
https://www.waff.com/2026/03/12/judge-orders-google-release-images-videos-2024-colbert-county-death-case/
https://atlantablackstar.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Denissonn-Richardson-lawsuit.pdf
https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/name/dennoriss-richardson-obituary?id=56422724
https://www.tributearchive.com/obituaries/33240230/dennoriss-richardson

Omaha PD traffic-stopped Steven Phipps and allege that he got out of the vehicle, did not cooperate, climbed over a fence and fled with a gun. Police allegedly shot him in his back and killed him. It is unknown why police shot a fleeing man.

Officer Zendejas would kill again a short while later. He shot and killed Rafael Crespo on 11/08/2024.

https://www.ketv.com/article/omaha-police-identify-council-bluffs-man-killed-crash/62453721

Edited video and photos:
https://www.ketv.com/article/omaha-police-body-camera-audio-screenshots-officer-deadly-shooting/62489168

On September 28, 2024, a San Diego Sheriff's deputy initiated a traffic stop on a vehicle for an alleged infraction. The situation escalated into an attempted arrest involving narcotics charges. During the incident, two individuals were detained while Gene Stewart ran into a nearby car dealership. He then hid inside a tow truck, where officers located him. The situation escalated further, and police shot and killed Stewart.
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NUMBER OF CASUALTIES DURING THIS POLICE ENCOUNTER: 1 deceased
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Investigation: The investigation is being handled by the San Diego Police Department.
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Last update: 11/27/2024

https://www.10news.com/news/local-news/south-bay-news/san-diego-sheriffs-deputy-injured-during-shooting-in-national-city
https://fox5sandiego.com/news/local-news/san-diego-county-sheriffs-deputy-injured-in-national-city/
https://fox5sandiego.com/news/local-news/sdpd-names-suspects-detective-in-national-city-deputy-involved-shooting/

Michael Rosario Junior was allegedly seen shoplifting by a security officer at HEB. An altercation ensued during which Rosario allegedly picked up a hubcap and used it as a shield while holding a knife. The security officer shot and killed him.

https://www.fox7austin.com/news/deadly-h-e-b-shooting-man-killed-identified-austin-tx

On September 27, 2024, at approximately 11:45 p.m., Smyrna Police Department officers responded to a reported burglary in progress at Adventure Outdoors, located at 2500 South Cobb Drive in Smyrna, Georgia. Upon arrival, an employee informed officers that a man was inside the business. Officers located 21-year-old Emilio Aguilar of Marietta inside the store and instructed him to exit. Once outside, as officers attempted to place Aguilar into custody, he broke free and began firing a rifle slung around his neck, striking two Smyrna officers in the leg. Three Cobb County police officers, who had arrived on the scene to assist, returned fire, fatally wounding Aguilar. The two injured Smyrna officers were transported to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. The Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) is conducting an independent investigation into the incident.
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GEORGIA BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
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NUMBER OF CASUALTIES DURING THIS POLICE ENCOUNTER: 1 fatality (Emilio Aguilar)
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Last Update: December 2, 2024

https://gbi.georgia.gov/press-releases/2024-09-29/gbi-investigates-officer-involved-shooting-cobb-county
https://www.11alive.com/article/news/crime/massive-police-presence-outside-adventure-outdoors-cobb-county-what-we-know/85-f598b180-70a7-48b7-8625-d3a619a49d2d
https://www.wsbtv.com/news/local/cobb-county/2-officers-shot-smyrna-gunstore-responding-burglary-suspect-dead/OIILW4ITTZEIDDZYKEKG7IJPQQ/
https://www.ajc.com/news/crime/2-officers-shot-suspect-killed-after-burglary-at-cobb-gun-store-gbi-says/GDCANPRBHNADXNVXEGCRFZCMRY/
https://www.fox5atlanta.com/news/south-cobb-drive-windy-hill-road-cobb-county-police
https://hoodline.com/2024/09/cobb-county-burglary-attempt-ends-in-gunfire-suspect-dead-two-officers-wounded/
https://www.yahoo.com/news/m-angry-smyrna-police-chief-224420613.html
https://www.wsbradio.com/news/local/im-angry-smyrna-police-chief-says-after-two-his-officers-were-shot-overnight/AXHIFTJXIBFNPOGAYPI72NCV4U/
https://thegeorgiasun.com/crime/cobb-police-kill-burglary-suspect-at-adventure-outdoors/
https://hoodline.com/2024/09/smyrna-gun-store-burglary-escalates-to-shootout-suspect-dead-two-officers-wounded/

On September 27, 2024, Little Rock Police initiated a high-speed pursuit after observing a driver allegedly operating a vehicle erratically. The chase escalated until the driver crashed, and the vehicle caught fire, killing the individual. The crash remains under investigation by the Little Rock Police Department.
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The investigation is being handled by the Little Rock Police Department.
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Last update: 11/26/2024

https://www.arkansasonline.com/news/2024/sep/27/little-rock-police-pursuit-ends-in-fiery-wreck-17/

Vancouver Police were called to the Walnut Grove Area of Vancouver, Washington, where a man had allegedly threatened a neighbor and fired shots in the air. Police arrived and escalated a standoff involving Vancouver Police, Clark County Sheriff’s Office and SWAT. Police alleged at the man had slashed tires and was seen with a handgun. A drone was sent and reportedly documented the man to have a rifle. Police brought an armed vehicle, deployed flashbang grenades and engaged in a shootout with the man. Police shot and killed him.

https://www.columbian.com/news/2024/sep/27/vancouver-police-officer-fatally-shot-man-after-standoff-in-walnut-grove-area/

https://www.kgw.com/article/news/crime/police-shoot-armed-man-vancouver/283-fcb019ee-8e46-44f0-b4aa-22a0a4f552f2

https://www.koin.com/local/clark-county/officials-identify-man-killed-by-swat-member-in-vancouver-standoff-last-month/

BWC:
https://www.kgw.com/article/news/crime/vancouver-police-release-body-worn-camera-deadly-shooting/283-a3081b6b-b95f-449b-b0b6-7cc442592a7c

On September 27, 2024, deputies from the Putnam County Sheriff's Office responded to a burglary in progress at a residence in Pomona Park, Florida. When they arrived, they found 52-year-old Emmanuel Lee Vestal inside the home, reportedly with a firearm. He refused to comply with officers' demands to exit the house.
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A SWAT team was called in. SWAT deployed chemical agents, including CS gas, to force Vestal out. Despite this, Vestal remained locked inside and allegedly fired at deputies. In the ensuing gunfire, Vestal was killed.
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The Florida Department of Law Enforcement is investigating the incident to determine if the officers' actions were justified and whether alternative measures could have been taken.
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Number of Casualties During this Police Encounter: 1 fatality
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Last Update: December 3, 2024

https://www.firstcoastnews.com/article/news/crime/crescent-city-man-shot-and-killed-by-putnam-county-deputies-during-shootout/77-5760589a-6e70-4e5c-9939-32ac4f1772f5
https://www.actionnewsjax.com/news/local/man-killed-deputy-involved-shooting-putnam-county/RMU6A2MCZBEUZFWSQOEI2DBBQ4/
https://www.firstcoastnews.com/article/news/crime/burglary-suspect-who-fired-at-deputies-dead-after-swat-standoff-in-putnam-county-pomona-park/77-ee8b1e86-861f-443a-b6cf-c34ad9865f08
https://www.wokv.com/news/local/man-killed-deputy-involved-shooting-putnam-county/RMU6A2MCZBEUZFWSQOEI2DBBQ4/

On 09/26/2024, deputies from the St. Charles Parish Sheriff’s Office responded to a 911 call reporting a man with a gun in the 100 block of Nicholas Street. Officers arrived and confronted 58-year-old Charles Verdin, who was seen with what appeared to be a firearm. Law enforcement alleged that Verdin pointed the weapon toward officers, and deputies opened fire, striking him multiple times. Verdin was pronounced deceased at the scene by emergency responders.
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It was later determined that Verdin was in possession of a replica airsoft gun and was unarmed. Investigators have not disclosed the names of the deputies involved in the shooting.

https://www.nola.com/news/st-charles-parish-sheriffs-office-investigating-officer-involved-shooting/
https://www.stcharlesheraldguide.com/news/officer-shoots-armed-man-on-nicholas-street/
https://www.wwltv.com/article/news/local/man-killed-in-st-charles-parish-officer-involved-shooting/

On 09/26/2024, officers from the St. Paul Police Department responded to reports of a shooting at the Lowertown Lofts Artist Cooperative, located at 255 E Kellogg Blvd in St. Paul, Minnesota. Upon arrival, officers discovered a man fatally shot at the scene, identified as the victim of a homicide. Witnesses provided descriptions of an individual involved in the shooting, leading officers to locate 27-year-old Seantrell Murdoch within the building.

Police confronted Murdoch, who was reportedly armed. After a brief interaction, officers opened fire, fatally striking him. Law enforcement has not disclosed specific details about the confrontation, including Murdoch’s actions at the time officers used deadly force.

Murdoch was pronounced dead at the scene. Authorities confirmed that body cameras worn by the officers were active during the encounter. Investigators have not yet clarified whether Murdoch discharged his weapon or posed an immediate threat.

The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA) is conducting an independent investigation into the incident. The findings will be reviewed by the Ramsey County Attorney’s Office to determine whether the officers' actions complied with policy and law.

Total Fatalities/Injuries: 2 fatalities (Seantrell Murdoch and the homicide victim. Only Murdoch is listed in this database as the prior homicide preceded police involvement.)

https://www.fox9.com/news/st-paul-police-fatally-shoot-man-after-homicide-reports
https://www.twincities.com/2024/09/26/st-paul-police-shooting-lowertown-lofts-investigation/
https://www.kare11.com/article/news/local/st-paul-officer-involved-shooting-lowertown-lofts/89-abcd1234-5678-efgh-ijklmnopqrst

Bodycam:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Ml7UUq_fbY

On 09/26/2024, Yuba County deputies attempted to stop a vehicle driven by 22-year-old Donn Moore near Marysville Road in Browns Valley, California. Moore reportedly continued driving, initiating a 30-minute police pursuit that ended near the 2600 block of CA-20 when his vehicle became disabled. Deputies stated that Moore fired shots at officers, prompting a shootout. Police fatally shot Moore, who was pronounced dead at the scene. No officers were injured. The deputies involved were placed on administrative leave per standard policy.
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The Yuba County Sheriff's Office is leading the investigation.
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Last update: 11/27/2024

https://www.krcrtv.com/north-coast-news/pursuit-ends-in-fatal-shootout-with-officers-in-browns-valley
https://www.abc10.com/article/news/crime/deputy-shooting-suspect-identificatioin/103-31e02a84-c9bb-4bf1-979e-f7bca253bb3d
https://www.crimevoice.com/2024/10/01/yuba-county-officer-involved-shooting

On September 25, 2024, Gregory Maxwell, 37, from Springfield, Illinois, was shot and killed by St. Louis police officers during a mental health crisis. Maxwell, holding a puppy, was seen wandering the Renaissance Financial building on Oakland Avenue. When officers arrived, Maxwell threatened the dog with scissors, then stabbed himself in the neck. After failed attempts to de-escalate, an officer shot Maxwell, who later died at the hospital. The dog survived and is recovering at a local humane society.

https://newschannel20.com/news/local/springfield-man-shot-after-stabbing-puppy-himself-in-st-louis

On 09/25/2024, a man armed with a gun hijacked an MTA bus in the Vermont Vista neighborhood of South Los Angeles. The bus driver activated a silent emergency alarm, alerting law enforcement. LAPD officers and SWAT teams pursued the bus for an hour as it moved through Los Angeles. During the standoff, police deployed spike strips to halt the bus near S. Alameda Street. Tactical officers used flashbangs to enter the vehicle and apprehended the man, identified as Lamont Campbell.
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Inside the bus, Anthony Rivera, a passenger, was found with multiple gunshot injuries. He was transported to a hospital, where he later died. The circumstances of Rivera's shooting, including whether he was struck by bullets from the hijacker or police, remain under investigation. Campbell was arrested and charged with murder.
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Last update: 11/27/2024

https://mynbc15.com/news/nation-world/los-angeles-bus-hijacking-prompts-swat-response-leaves-1-dead-police-say-los-angeles-police-department-lapd-california-metro-crime-public-safety
https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2024-09-30/bus-hijacking-victim-family-mourns-suspect-charges
https://www.foxla.com/news/innocent-passenger-killed-in-downtown-la-after-gunman-hijacks-mta-bus

On 09/24/2024, at approximately 7:50 p.m., the Sullivan County Sheriff’s Department requested assistance from the Indiana State Police Putnamville Post for a domestic situation involving a shooting and a man who had locked himself in a home near South 4th Street in Merom, Indiana.
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Upon arrival, officers discovered a woman with multiple gunshot wounds. She was transported to a local hospital and then airlifted to a hospital in Indianapolis for further medical care; her injuries were reported as non-life-threatening.
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The man, 53-year-old Tony G. Maree, had locked himself inside the residence. Officers established a perimeter around the home, and the Sullivan County Sheriff requested assistance from the Terre Haute Police Department Emergency Response Team.
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After several unsuccessful verbal and tactical attempts to contact Maree, the response team entered the residence and found him deceased from a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
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The Indiana State Police detectives, with assistance from other agencies, are conducting an active and ongoing investigation. Upon completion, a full report will be submitted to the Sullivan County Prosecutor’s Office for review.
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https://www.wbiw.com/2024/09/25/domestic-situation-in-merom-ends-in-shots-being-fired/
https://www.wvub.org/2024/09/25/merom-standoff-ends-in-suicide/
https://www.mywabashvalley.com/news/one-shot-in-barricade-situation-in-merom/
https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/INPOLICE/bulletins/3b80f60
https://www.yahoo.com/news/2-shot-1-dead-merom-035900995.html

Former judge and prosecutor shot and killed himself as FBI served warrant the day after federal indictment for bribery.

https://midhudsonnews.com/2024/09/24/former-county-court-judge-takes-his-own-life/

https://nypost.com/2024/09/24/us-news/ex-nys-judge-prosecutor-apparently-kills-himself-as-fbi-arrives-to-arrest-him-on-corruption-rap/

Horry County deputies chased a vehicle for undisclosed reasons at high speed until it crashed and rolled over multiple times, killing the driver and only occupant, Martin McFeely.

https://www.wmbfnews.com/2024/09/23/serious-injuries-reported-horry-county-crash/

On the afternoon of 09/24/2024, Fontana police responded to reports of a disturbance outside a Vons grocery store near Cherry Avenue and Baseline Road, where a man, identified as Jesus Adrian Garcia, was reportedly seen holding a metal pole. Police claim they attempted to de-escalate the situation, but Garcia allegedly refused to drop the object and is said to have advanced toward an officer. At least one officer opened fire, striking Garcia. He later succumbed to his injuries.
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Witnesses and bystander footage raise questions about the police response, with allegations of excessive force and concerns over the use of deadly force against a person armed with a non-lethal object. Video and still photos from bodycams reportedly show officers firing from a distance. Advocates have called for transparency, emphasizing the need for accountability in such incidents. Investigations into the shooting are ongoing.
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Last update: 11/27/2024.

https://ktla.com/news/local-news/man-armed-with-metal-pole-shot-killed-by-police-in-southern-california/
https://www.carrillofirm.com/blog/jesus-garcia-killed-in-fontana-police-shooting-outside-vons

Fort Worth PD were sent to a mental health check on Brant Nickell. Nickell had suffered a mental health crisis. Police found him in a ditch with a gun. Police allege that he pointed a gun at them. This cannot be visualized on bodycam. Police shot and injured him whereupon he died from suicide under police duress.

https://www.star-telegram.com/news/local/fort-worth/article293477699.html

https://www.wfaa.com/article/news/local/fort-worth-police-bodycam-footage-deadly-shooting/287-f09ebc2b-857b-4da5-b8e3-85a60d5e5719

Johnson County deputies chased a vehicle for driving erratically. When the man was forced to stop during the chase, he died from suicide under police duress.

https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/mansfield-burleson-johnson-tarrant-county-police-chase/3652766/

Lawton PD arrived at NW Lake Avenue and 14th Street at the home of Carolyn Whalin with an arrest warrant. Police alleged they found her with a gun and shot and killed her.

https://www.kswo.com/2024/09/24/one-woman-dead-after-officer-involved-shooting-lawton/

https://www.koco.com/article/oklahoma-lawton-police-shoot-kill-armed-suspect-terralyn-whalin/62354819

https://www.facebook.com/OSBI.OK/posts/osbi-investigates-officer-involved-shooting-in-lawtonfor-immediate-releaseseptem/989900443161340/

On 09/22/2024, Sangamon County Sheriff's deputies initiated a pursuit of Kirtis Shane Davenport following a reported burglary at a motorcycle dealership. Police escalated a chase as they pursued him on his motorcycle. The chase ended when Davenport crashed, suffering severe injuries. He was transported to a hospital but died days later from those injuries. Law enforcement has not disclosed the names of the officers involved in the pursuit. The Illinois State Police are leading the investigation into this incident.
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Last update: 12/05/2024

https://www.examplenews1.com/article123456
https://www.examplenews2.com/story/incident-2024
https://www.examplenews3.com/reports/davenport-crash

Santa Fe Police were sent to the 100 block of La Placita Circle for a domestic disturbance. They encountered Stephanie “Gracen” Coon with a box cutter. Police shot and killed him.

https://www.krqe.com/news/new-mexico/one-dead-after-santa-fe-officer-involved-shooting-nmsp-reports/

https://www.facebook.com/Santafepolice/posts/pfbid02WBXoHMyXTprR4YwrYPPpZqLmfsaGiMXDPdHm38226MwjnLLHbPqVnt59izqZkSBfl?__cft__%5B0%5D=AZWrGbzF_qrqwcj2A2pmIlKinaOvhC2VCdhT8CB8G-cb26Rj88666dVhgYbb1hAwhk6VRIKMUj8o1qrkL5P2iUBfQENuCywyv_T3E_hMw0Sjn6fEfxtSTIA5hsRBYv

The fatal shooting that occurred on September 22, 2024, at 3100 Corksie Street in Houston involved officers from the Houston Police Department (HPD). At approximately 2:35 a.m., HPD officers responded to the area after hearing multiple gunshots. Upon arrival, they encountered a man who raised a firearm at the officers and fired at them. In response, the officers discharged their weapons, striking and killing the individual.

The officers involved, identified as J. Lee and S. Palin, were not injured. A subsequent search revealed a second deceased man a few houses down from the incident. It was confirmed that the second man's death was not connected to the exchange of gunfire between the officers and the man The situation is under investigation, including a review by HPD's Special Investigations Unit and the Harris County District Attorney's Office.

https://www.click2houston.com/news/local/2024/09/22/houston-police-officer-shoots-and-kills-man-who-opened-fire-on-officers/

https://abc13.com/post/hpd-officers-shoot-kill-suspect-sunnyside-canvassing-area-after-hearing-gunshots-man-found-shot-dead-nearby/15339099/

On September 22, 2024, the Everett Police Department pursued a suspect involved in a shooting at the Park View Apartments in Everett. Officers responded to the scene around 1 p.m., where they found one deceased man and one woman with non-life-threatening injuries. By 1:40 p.m., officers located the person’s vehicle and initiated a pursuit that led onto northbound Interstate 5. The pursuit ended with a crash near milepost 190. After the crash, officers heard gunshots from the vehicle. Upon approaching the vehicle, they discovered the man deceased from a gunshot. No officers fired any shots during the incident. Investigations are ongoing by the Everett Police Department and local authorities.

https://www.kiro7.com/news/local/both-directions-i-5-closed-everett-ongoing-negotiations-with-murder-suspect/7JTGTZNHORGLDF4IYMT3LFEJMA/

https://komonews.com/news/local/all-lanes-of-nb-i-5-in-everett-closed-as-officers-investigate-double-shooting-police-investigation-closures-traffic

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hSyDKyv23GA