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On January 16, 2024, 24-year-old Brandon Yates, an unhoused man, was arrested for sleeping in a residential backyard and subsequently detained at the San Diego Central Jail. Despite his known mental health and substance abuse issues, Yates was placed in a cell with an inmate with a history of violent outbursts who was classified as a "bypass inmate," indicating he should not have been housed with others. Over approximately an hour, Yates reportedly pleaded for help, repeatedly pressing the panic button and screaming, but received no response from deputies or jail staff. During this time, Ruis attacked, sexually assaulted, and killed Yates. Deputies discovered the aftermath during their routine hourly check. Ruis has been charged with Yates' murder and is awaiting trial. Yates' family has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the county, Sheriff Kelly Martinez, and three deputies, alleging negligence and failure to follow protocols.

https://www.nbcsandiego.com/news/local/family-sues-after-man-allegedly-tortured-murdered-by-cellmate-at-sd-county-jail/3763450/
https://www.cbs8.com/article/news/local/family-of-murdered-inmate-sues-san-diego-county-sheriffs-office/509-6519eb39-24fb-4281-bc6f-73e43e0a7987
https://www.sacbee.com/news/california/article300945244.html

Died in Hospital After Medical Emergency in Jail

https://www.yahoo.com/news/man-dies-seward-correctional-facility-045900421.html

On January 14, 2024, Phoenix police responded to a domestic violence call at approximately 8:45 AM near 1st Avenue and Villa Maria Drive. The call reported a man, later identified as Darryle Mooney, who had confessed to killing his girlfriend and stated he would take his own life. Upon arriving at the scene, officers surrounded the home and attempted to communicate with the individuals inside via loudspeakers and cell phone, but received no response. After obtaining a search warrant, officers entered the home and discovered 70-year-old Ila Washington, who had been fatally shot. Mooney was found inside with a self-inflicted gunshot wound, and he was pronounced dead at the scene.
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The investigation into the incident is ongoing. The Phoenix Police Department is handling the case.

https://www.12news.com/article/news/crime/north-phoenix-domestic-violence-shooting/75-5f9bea5f-5f80-4fd7-a37b-a367ca79419f
https://republicangazette.com/tragic-murder-suicide-leaves-two-dead-in-north-phoenix/

On January 14, 2024, Connecticut corrections officer William Lucky Jr. was involved in a road rage incident on Interstate 691 in Meriden, Connecticut. During the altercation, Lucky fired 18 shots at Scott E. Kracke, who had reportedly annoyed him during the exchange. Kracke was struck by the gunfire and later died from his injuries.
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After the shooting, Lucky drove away from the scene and was later arrested. He was charged with murder, and his bond was set at $2.5 million.
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Scott Kracke, 49, was a father and engaged to be married. He was the sole caregiver for his 16-year-old son, Logan, and had a close bond with his family. Kracke’s obituary highlighted his passion for outdoor activities and his strong family ties. A GoFundMe campaign was launched to support his son, raising over $16,000 for funeral expenses and future needs.
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The Connecticut State Police and Stamford State’s Attorney’s Office are investigating the incident.
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NUMBER OF CASUALTIES DURING THIS POLICE ENCOUNTER: 1 fatality.
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Last Update: December 3, 2024.

https://www.ctinsider.com/recordjournal/article/scott-kracke-meriden-road-rage-shooting-gofundme-18614948.php
https://www.wtnh.com/news/connecticut/new-haven/injuries-reported-after-disturbance-on-i-691-in-meriden/
https://www.jferryfh.com/obituaries/Scott-E-Kracke?obId=30429568

Yakima officers were called to a burglary. A man fled from a vehicle. Police escalated a chase. The man got out of the vehicle and police shot and killed him when finding him in a garage. He is believed to have been unarmed.

https://www.nbcrightnow.com/video/one-dead-after-officer-involved-shooting-in-yakima-county/video_7d0beb14-b3bf-11ee-bd44-2f76e0b7e29c.html

https://www.columbian.com/news/2024/jan/15/burglary-suspect-shot-by-officer-outside-selah-on-sunday/

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

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

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.

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/

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.

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 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.

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

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.

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

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.

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/

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.

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

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.

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

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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

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

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.

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

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.

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/

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

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/

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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

An unidentified male inmate was found dead on January 13, 2024, at Sherburne County Jail in Elk River, Minnesota. Authorities have not released the individual's identity or cause of death. The Sherburne County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident.

https://wjon.com/death-of-man-in-sherburne-county-jail-under-investigation/

On 02/26/2025, a lawsuit was filed by the mother of an inmate who died under severe neglect at Shelby County Jail in Memphis, Tennessee. The lawsuit alleges that the inmate was found severely malnourished and infested with bed bugs, highlighting a pattern of neglect within the jail’s healthcare system. The lawsuit targets both the county government and the jail's private healthcare provider, claiming gross negligence leading to the inmate’s death.
Ben Crump represents the family.

https://www.actionnews5.com/2025/02/26/mother-inmate-who-died-severely-malnourished-infested-with-bed-bugs-sues-county-govt-jails-healthcare-provider/
https://www.actionnews5.com/2023/09/21/9-corrections-deputies-indicted-over-death-gershun-freeman/
https://abcnews.go.com/US/4m-settlement-reached-family-man-died-bed-bug/story?id=101967898

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

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/

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.

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

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.

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

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

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

On January 12, 2024, Joshua Keith Zimmerman, a 33-year-old male, was found unresponsive in his cell at the Anchorage Correctional Complex in Anchorage, Alaska. He had been detained at the facility since December 12, 2023. Zimmerman was pronounced dead in the cell. The Alaska State Troopers are investigating the death, and the State Medical Examiner's Office will determine the cause of death.

https://alaskapublic.org/news/2024-01-17/3-alaska-prison-inmates-die-in-2024s-opening-weeks
https://obituaries.adn.com/adportal/listingView.html?id=7082

On January 12, 2024, John Malcolm Groff, an 82-year-old white male, was found dead at Goose Creek Correctional Center in Wasilla, Alaska. The Alaska Department of Corrections reported his death. The cause of death has not been disclosed and remains under investigation.

https://alaskapublic.org/news/2024-01-17/3-alaska-prison-inmates-die-in-2024s-opening-weeks
https://www.mat-suvalleyfuneralhome.com/obituary/john-groff-sr
 

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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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/

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

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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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/

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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.

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 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.

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

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

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/

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.

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

A man booked at the St. Louis City Justice Center in Missouri has died while in custody. Authorities have not released the identity of the man or details regarding the cause of death. The St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department has launched an investigation into the circumstances of the incident.
Total Fatalities/Injuries: 1 Fatality

: https://www.ksdk.com/article/news/local/inmate-dies-at-st-louis-city-justice-center-jail-death/63-e3520acc-8a6e-40a4-b3cd-4d3592d6c66e