Death by Cop 2021-2025
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David Taylor
Gender : Male
Age : 62
Race : White
Date : 07/29/2024
Location : 1100 block of Bayshore Drive
City : Fort Pierce
County : St. Lucie
State : Florida
Agency : Fort Pierce Police Department
Officer(s) :Not Disclosed
Cause of Death : Gunshot
Event : Killed by police during burglary
OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :
On July 28, 2024, in Fort Pierce, Florida, police officers responded to a 911 call reporting an armed burglary in progress at a residence on Bayshore Drive. Upon arrival, officers found the door ajar and entered the home, announcing their presence. Inside, they encountered 62-year-old David Taylor, who allegedly pointed a weapon at them. Believing it to be a firearm, officers discharged their weapons, fatally wounding Taylor. It was later determined that the weapon was a Taser. During the incident, one officer sustained a non-life-threatening injury, reportedly from friendly fire. The Florida Department of Law Enforcement is investigating the shooting, and the involved officers have been placed on administrative leave pending the outcome.
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Friends and neighbors of Taylor described him as a kind and magnetic individual, expressing shock and seeking answers regarding the circumstances of his death. Some have raised concerns about the police response and are awaiting further details from the ongoing investigation.
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This incident has prompted discussions about law enforcement protocols and the importance of clear communication during emergency responses. Authorities have not disclosed who made the initial 911 call, and the investigation aims to clarify the events leading up to the shooting.
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NUMBER OF CASUALTIES DURING THIS POLICE ENCOUNTER: 1 fatality, David Taylor.
