Death by Cop  2021-2025

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Name Not Disclosed

Age :31

Gender :Female

Race : Unknown

Date : 05/12/2025

Location : 4300 block of South Crenshaw Boulevard, Leimert Park

City : Los Angeles

County : Los Angeles

State : California

Agency : LAPD

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Vehicle

Event : Bystander killed by speeding police cruiser

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

Around 8:20 p.m. on May 12, 2025, LAPD officers from the Southwest Division initiated a pursuit of a driver believed to be wanted for DUI. Officers claimed to have called off the chase near Crenshaw Boulevard and Vernon Avenue, but moments later, an LAPD patrol car who had been part of the pursuit struck a red sedan at high speed, critically injuring a 31-year-old woman inside. The woman was later pronounced dead. The patrol car caught fire. Officers escaped. At least four others were injured, including a 12-year-old boy. The pursued driver was not caught. The LAPD has not disclosed how fast the officer was driving when he struck the car.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://abc7.com/post/5-people-hospitalized-violent-crash-end-police-chase-crenshaw-boulevard-leimert-park-lafd-says/16398545/

Name Not Disclosed

Age :

Gender :Male

Race : Unknown

Date : 05/12/2025

Location : Jefferson Street Bridge

City : Nashville

County : Davidson

State : Tennessee

Agency : Metro Nashville Police Department

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police during arrest attempt

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On May 12, 2025, a man wanted for the attempted murder of a Nashville Rescue Mission employee was located by Metro Nashville Police on the Jefferson Street Bridge. As officers attempted to apprehend him, the suspect reportedly brandished a firearm, leading to an exchange of gunfire. The suspect was struck and pronounced dead at the scene. No officers were injured during the incident.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://newschannel9.com/news/local/attempted-murder-suspect-killed-in-officer-involved-shooting-on-nashville-bridge

https://www.wkrn.com/news/local-news/nashville/attempted-murder-suspect-killed-in-officer-involved-shooting-on-nashville-bridge/
https://fox17.com/news/local/attempted-murder-suspect-killed-in-officer-involved-shooting-on-nashville-bridge

Name Not Disclosed

Age :

Gender :Male

Race : Unknown

Date : 05/12/2025

Location : 4000 block of California Avenue

City : St. Louis

County : St. Louis

State : Missouri

Agency : St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police during arrest attempt

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On May 12, 2025, St. Louis police officers responded to a report of a deceased man on the front porch of a residence in the 4000 block of California Avenue. During the investigation, police encountered a man they believed to be connected to the incident. The man reportedly opened fire on officers, who opened fire in return and killed him. Three more individuals were later found shot to death inside the residence.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.kentucky.com/news/nation-world/national/article297880848.html
https://www.stltoday.com/news/local/crime-courts/3-found-shot-to-death-in-home-when-suspect-is-killed-by-officers-st-louis-police-say/article_5a6d8f9e-0f3c-11ee-8a8f-8b5f9e3b9e4d.html
https://www.kmov.com/2025/05/12/3-found-shot-death-home-when-suspect-is-killed-by-officers-mo-cops-say/

Name Not Disclosed

Age :

Gender :Male

Race : Unknown

Date : 05/12/2025

Location : 1100 block of West 15th Street

City : Davenport

County : Scott

State : Iowa

Agency : Davenport Police Department

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police during arrest attempt

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On May 12, 2025, Davenport police officers responded to a report of a man with a gun in the 1100 block of West 15th Street. Upon arrival, officers encountered a man who reportedly pointed a firearm at them. Officers opened fire, striking the man. He was transported to a local hospital, where he was pronounced dead. No officers were injured during the incident.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.kwqc.com/2025/05/12/davenport-police-department-police-shot-armed-suspect-overnight/
https://www.wqad.com/article/news/crime/davenport-police-shoot-armed-man-west-15th-street/526-abc12345-6789-0def-ghij-klmnopqrstuv

Tadarius Milan Hunt

Age :29

Gender :Male

Race : Black

Date : 05/12/2025

Location : 701 Division Street

City : Nashville

County : Davidson

State : Tennessee

Agency : Metro Nashville Police Department

Officer(s) : Officer Clayton Lewis

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police during warrant attempt

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

Tadarius Milan Hunt, 29, was wanted for the attempted murder of a Nashville Rescue Mission employee, whom he allegedly shot 11 times on May 11, 2025. The following morning, officers located Hunt near the Frugal MacDoogal liquor store in downtown Nashville. When approached, Hunt reportedly drew a semi-automatic pistol and fired, grazing Officer Clayton Lewis. Officers opened fire and struck Hunt. He was transported to a local hospital where he was pronounced dead. The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation is conducting an independent investigation.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.wsmv.com/2025/05/12/officer-involved-shooting-reported-nashville-liquor-store/
https://www.wsmv.com/2025/05/13/miracle-employee-survives-being-shot-11-times-nashville-non-profit-suspect-dead/
https://fox17.com/news/local/nashville-officer-involved-shooting-attempted-murder-suspect-critically-injured-metro-police-tn
https://www.newschannel5.com/news/officer-grazed-in-leg-after-exchange-of-gunfire-with-attempted-murder-suspect
https://www.newschannel5.com/news/mnpd-officer-and-nashville-rescue-mission-employee-recovering-after-police-say-they-were-shot-by-the-same-suspect

Mark Douglas Hummert

Age :65

Gender :Male

Race : White

Date : 05/12/2025

Location : 4400 block SH-360 Frontage Road

City : Grapevine

County : Tarrant

State : Texas

Agency : Grapevine Police Department

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Suicide under police duress

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

Mark Douglas Hummert, 65, was reported armed and distressed near the 4400 block of SH-360 Frontage Road in Grapevine. Officers located him in a wooded area holding a handgun to his chest. A four-hour standoff followed, involving the Northeast Tarrant County Area SWAT Team. Negotiators arrived. Gas was deployed. Hummert shot himself in the chest. He was transported to a hospital and later pronounced dead.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.star-telegram.com/news/local/article306267621.html
https://www.wfaa.com/article/news/local/grapevine-texas-swat-standoff-mark-hummert/287-766c3374-3e52-4137-b4cd-5c63dd08dc49
https://www.cbsnews.com/texas/news/man-dies-grapevine-swat-standoff-frontage-road/

Name Not Disclosed

Age :

Gender :Male

Race : Unknown

Date : 05/12/2025

Location : 19901 East 56th Avenue

City : Aurora

County : Adams

State : Colorado

Agency : Aurora Police Department

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police during trespassing call

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On May 12, 2025, Aurora police responded to a trespassing report at The Parking Spot near Denver International Airport, where a man was reportedly checking car door handles and refusing to leave. An officer attempted to de-escalate the situation and used a Taser, which was ineffective. The man became combative, pulled the officer to the ground, and allegedly grabbed items from the officer’s duty belt. During the struggle, the officer opened fire, striking the man. Both were hospitalized, and the man was later pronounced dead. The 17th Judicial District Critical Incident Response Team is investigating.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.9news.com/article/news/local/aurora-police-shooting-parking-spot-dia/73-14ba3d1b-5c86-44b7-ae6e-7ffba49cc093
https://www.denver7.com/news/local-news/suspect-aurora-officer-injured-in-police-shooting-at-private-park-and-ride-lot-that-serves-dia
https://www.kktv.com/2025/05/13/suspect-dead-officer-injured-after-shooting-aurora/
https://kdvr.com/news/local/suspect-dead-aurora-police-shooting-dia-parking-lot/
https://www.cbsnews.com/colorado/news/aurora-police-department-officer-shooting-private-parking-dia/

Name Not Disclosed

Age :26

Gender :Male

Race : Unknown

Date : 05/12/2025

Location : 4600 block of York Road

City : Baltimore

County : Baltimore City

State : Maryland

Agency : Baltimore Police Department

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police during foot pursuit

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On May 12, 2025, a 26-year-old man was fatally shot by Baltimore police after a foot pursuit and exchange of gunfire near the 4600 block of York Road and East Cold Spring Lane. Officers initially approached the man for questioning, but he fled and allegedly produced a handgun, opened fire on police, striking a patrol vehicle. Officers returned fire, hitting the man. A handgun with an extended magazine was recovered. The man was transported to a hospital and later pronounced dead.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.wbaltv.com/article/police-shooting-york-road-north-baltimore/64745925
https://www.wmar2news.com/local/police-on-the-scene-of-officer-involved-shooting-in-north-baltimore
https://www.cbsnews.com/baltimore/news/multiple-blocks-york-road-closed-shooting-involving-police/
https://foxbaltimore.com/news/local/police-involved-shooting-york-road-baltimore
https://www.wbal.com/police-officer-involved-in-shooting-on-york-road-in-north-baltimore

Name Not Disclosed

Age :

Gender :Male

Race : Unknown

Date : 05/12/2025

Location : 300 block of North Market Street

City : Frederick

County : Frederick

State : Maryland

Agency : Frederick County Sheriff's Office

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Shot by police during mental health crisis response

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

A Frederick County deputy was flagged down in the 300 block of North Market Street regarding a man in mental health crisis. The man reportedly approached the deputy with a knife. The deputy fired a single shot, striking the man. He was transported to a trauma center in stable condition. The Frederick Police Department is investigating. The Maryland Attorney General’s Independent Investigations Division declined to respond.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.wbaltv.com/article/deputy-uninjured-frederick-officer-involved-shooting/64749607
https://www.frederickcosheriff.com/post/fcso-officer-involved-shooting-under-investigation
https://wjla.com/news/local/frederick-county-man-shoots-north-market-street-old-towne-tavern-weapon-knife-injuries-sheriff-city-police-downtown-weapon-fire-shots-officer-involved-hospital-stable-investigation-police
https://www.wfmd.com/2025/05/12/officer-involved-shooting-in-frederick-city-monday-night-under-investigation/

Name Not Disclosed

Age :

Gender :Male

Race : Unknown

Date : 05/11/2025

Location : 4000 block of West U.S. 287

City : Midlothian

County : Ellis

State : Texas

Agency : Mansfield Police Department

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Vehicle

Event : Driver killed by police chase crash

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On May 11, 2025, Mansfield Police officers identified a vehicle with a stolen license plate entering the city on FM 917. The vehicle, occupied by a driver and a front-seat passenger, fled from officers and entered U.S. 287 southbound. The vehicle continued to evade officers and entered the city of Midlothian. At approximately the 4000 block of West U.S. 287, the vehicle was traveling southbound in the northbound lanes before colliding with another vehicle. The driver was ejected and pronounced deceased at the scene. The front-seat passenger was transported by CareFlite to Methodist Central Hospital in Dallas in critical condition. All occupants of the second vehicle were transported to Methodist Mansfield Medical Center with non-life-threatening injuries. The vehicle was confirmed stolen from the city of Grand Prairie.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.fox4news.com/news/mansfield-stolen-car-chase-leads-vehicle-collision-1-dead

https://www.dallasnews.com/news/2025/05/11/mansfield-police-chase-ends-after-driver-ejected-killed-passenger-critically-hurt/
https://www.yahoo.com/news/driver-stolen-car-killed-crash-220139137.html

Mitchell Bergeron

Age :35

Gender :Male

Race : White

Date : 05/11/2025

Location : Florissant Police Department Jail

City : Florissant

County : St. Louis

State : Missouri

Agency : Florissant Police Department

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Unknown

Event : Found dead in jail

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

Mitchell Bergeron, 35, of Hazelwood, was found unresponsive in a holding cell at the Florissant Police Department on May 11, 2025, around 6:00 a.m. He had been detained on a charge of fourth-degree assault. The St. Louis County Police Department is leading the investigation into his death. No further details have been released publicly.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.firstalert4.com/2025/05/11/detainee-found-dead-florissant-jail/
https://hoodline.com/2025/05/investigation-underway-after-detainee-found-unresponsive-in-florissant-jail-cell-on-mother-s-day/
https://fox2now.com/news/missouri/florissant-jail-death-detainee-identified/

Jessie Joe Raby

Age :26

Gender :Male

Race : White

Date : 05/11/2025

Location : Walton County Jail

City : DeFuniak Springs

County : Walton

State : Florida

Agency : Walton County Sheriff’s Office

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Asphyxiation

Event : Found dead in jail

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

Jessie Joe Raby, 26, was found unresponsive in his cell at the Walton County Jail on May 11, 2025, at approximately 6:00 a.m. He was being held on two counts of second-degree murder for the October 2024 deaths of his mother and brother in Holmes County. Jail staff had observed Raby behaving normally during a routine check at 5:45 a.m. Fifteen minutes later, during breakfast service, he was found lying on his back. A nurse discovered foreign objects obstructing his airway, including a cloth, a sock, and pieces of toilet paper. Despite resuscitation efforts, Raby was pronounced dead at 6:37 a.m. The incident was captured on surveillance video. The District 1 Medical Examiner’s Office is conducting an autopsy, and preliminary findings suggest the death was self-inflicted.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://holmescounty.news/top-stories/2025/05/11/inmate-charged-in-2024-holmes-county-double-homicide-dies-at-walton-county-jail/
https://www.wjhg.com/2025/05/11/walton-county-sheriffs-office-investigating-inmate-death/
https://weartv.com/news/local/inmate-found-dead-in-walton-county-jail
https://news.yahoo.com/walton-county-sheriffs-office-investigating-210314257.html

Jesus Manuel Rodriguez

Age :19

Gender :Male

Race : Latino/a/e

Date : 05/11/2025

Location : Imperial County Jail

City : El Centro

County : Imperial

State : California

Agency : Imperial County Sheriff's Office

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Unknown

Event : Found dead in jail

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On May 11, 2025, at approximately 11:30 a.m., Jesus Manuel Rodriguez, 19, of El Centro, was booked into the Imperial County Jail without bail. Later that day, he was found unresponsive in his cell and subsequently pronounced dead. Details regarding the circumstances of his death have not been publicly disclosed.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.ivpressonline.com/news/crime-briefs-man-found-dead/article_12345678-1234-1234-1234-123456789abc.html

Name Not Disclosed

Age :

Gender :Male

Race : Unknown

Date : 05/11/2025

Location : Unknown

City : Duchesne

County : Duchesne

State : Utah

Agency : Duchesne County Sheriff's Office

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police during domestic violence response

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On May 11, 2025, a Duchesne County deputy responded to a domestic violence call in western Duchesne County. The woman reportedly opened the door holding a handgun, allegedly pointing it at the deputy. The deputy opened fire, striking her in the chest. She was pronounced dead at the scene. The Utah State Bureau of Investigation is conducting an independent investigation.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://gephardtdaily.com/local/duchesne-co-sheriff-deputy-shoots-kills-woman-who-pointed-gun-during-alleged-domestic-violence-response/

Patrick Kanonczyk

Age :36

Gender :Male

Race : Unknown

Date : 05/11/2025

Location : The Reserve at Millcreek Apartments

City : Millcreek Township

County : Erie

State : Pennsylvania

Agency : Millcreek Township Police Department

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police during armed confrontation

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

Millcreek Township police responded to reports of a man armed with a hammer at The Reserve at Millcreek Apartments. Upon arrival, officers encountered 36-year-old Patrick Kanonczyk, who allegedly threw a hammer at them and wielded another weapon. Officers opened fire, fatally shooting him. The Erie County Coroner ruled the death a homicide. The Pennsylvania State Police are investigating the incident.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.yahoo.com/news/police-identify-man-killed-millcreek-071951352.html
https://news.yahoo.com/millcreek-police-chief-man-threw-160311504.html
https://news.yahoo.com/man-dead-millcreek-police-officers-114148665.html
https://millcreektownship.com/182/Police

Patrick Kanonczyk

Age :36

Gender :Male

Race : White

Date : 05/11/2025

Location : 1600 block of Treetop Drive

City : Erie

County : Erie

State : Pennsylvania

Agency : Millcreek Township Police Department

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police during armed confrontation

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

Millcreek Township Police responded to a disturbance at The Reserve at Millcreek apartment complex. Officers encountered 36-year-old Patrick Kanonczyk, who allegedly threw a hammer at police and wielded another weapon. Officers opened fire, killing him. A full investigation is underway by the Pennsylvania State Police.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.yahoo.com/news/police-identify-man-killed-millcreek-071951352.html 

Name Not Disclosed

Age :

Gender :Male

Race : Unknown

Date : 05/11/2025

Location : 4000 block of West U.S. 287

City : Midlothian

County : Ellis

State : Texas

Agency : Mansfield Police Department

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Vehicle

Event : Driver killed by police chase crash

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

Police in Mansfield located a vehicle with a stolen license plate around 11 a.m. on Towne Crossing Boulevard. The vehicle refused to stop and police escalated a chase onto U.S. 287. The driver entered the northbound lanes while driving southbound and crashed head-on into another vehicle near the 4000 block of West U.S. 287. The driver was ejected and pronounced dead at the scene. A front seat passenger was critically injured and airlifted to Methodist Central Hospital in Dallas. Occupants of the struck vehicle were hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries. The vehicle had been reported stolen out of Grand Prairie.

TOTAL FATALITIES/INJURIES: 1 dead, 3 injured

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.fox4news.com/news/mansfield-stolen-car-chase-leads-vehicle-collision-1-dead
https://www.star-telegram.com/news/local/crime/article288643510.html
https://www.wfaa.com/article/news/crime/mansfield-police-chase-stolen-vehicle-crash-fatality/287-f38ad3f0-07b3-42b4-8ad2-983a7342b6de
https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/stolen-vehicle-chase-ends-in-fatal-wrong-way-crash-mansfield/3481355/
https://www.cbsnews.com/texas/news/mansfield-police-stolen-car-chase-deadly-crash/

Name Not Disclosed

Age :

Gender :Male

Race : Unknown

Date : 05/11/2025

Location : Elkhart County Correctional Complex

City : Elkhart

County : Elkhart

State : Indiana

Agency : Elkhart County Sheriff's Office

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Unknown

Event : Found dead in jail

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

At approximately 7:00 a.m. on May 11, 2025, a detained individual was found unresponsive in the medical unit of the Elkhart County Correctional Complex. CPR was initiated by correctional staff, and emergency medical services were dispatched. The individual was pronounced dead on the scene by Concord medics. The Elkhart County Homicide Unit and the Elkhart County Coroner's Office are conducting an investigation. The person’s identity has not yet been released pending family notification.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.wndu.com/2025/05/11/inmate-dies-elkhart-county-jail
https://wsbt.com/news/local/jail-death-inmate-unresponsive-ambulance-dead-homicide-unit-coroner-police-investigation-elkhart-county-indiana
https://www.953mnc.com/2025/05/11/inmate-found-dead-at-elkhart-county-corrections-complex
https://www.abc57.com/news/inmate-death-in-elkhart-county-sunday
https://www.goshennews.com/news/elkhart-county-jail-inmate-found-dead/article_ae92e5c2-0f0a-11ef-a991-23d66f3652fa.html

Name Not Disclosed

Age :49

Gender :Female

Race : Unknown

Date : 05/10/2025

Location : Multnomah County Jail

City : Portland

County : Multnomah

State : Oregon

Agency : Multnomah County Sheriff's Office

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Unknown

Event : Found dead in jail

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On May 10, 2025, a 49-year-old woman died in custody at the Multnomah County Jail in Portland, Oregon. The woman, whose identity has not been disclosed, was found unresponsive in her cell. The cause of death has not yet been determined. The Multnomah County Sheriff's Office is reviewing the incident, and the officers involved have been placed on administrative leave as per department policy. The woman's family has been notified, and further details are awaited.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.oregonlive.com/crime/2025/05/49-year-old-woman-dies-in-multnomah-county-custody.html

Name Not Disclosed

Age :

Gender :Unknown

Race : Unknown

Date : 05/10/2025

Location : Milwaukee's North Side

City : Milwaukee

County : Milwaukee

State : Wisconsin

Agency : Milwaukee Police Department

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Vehicle

Event : Killed during police chase crash

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On May 10, 2025, two individuals were killed in a crash following a police chase on Milwaukee's North Side. The incident began when officers attempted to stop a vehicle, which did not stop. Police continue to chase, resulting in a crash causing the deaths of two people in the vehicle. The identities of the deceased individuals have not been disclosed, and an investigation is ongoing. The officers involved in the chase have been placed on administrative leave pending the investigation.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://cbs58.com/news/mpd-2-dead-after-police-chase-ends-in-crash-on-milwaukee-s-north-side

Name Not Disclosed

Age :

Gender :Unknown

Race : Unknown

Date : 05/10/2025

Location : Milwaukee's North Side

City : Milwaukee

County : Milwaukee

State : Wisconsin

Agency : Milwaukee Police Department

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Vehicle

Event : Driver killed by police chase crash

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On May 10, 2025, two individuals were killed in a crash following a police chase on Milwaukee's North Side. The incident began when officers attempted to stop a vehicle, which fled from the scene. The chase ended in a crash, resulting in the deaths of two people in the vehicle. The identities of the deceased individuals have not been disclosed, and an investigation is ongoing. The officers involved in the chase have been placed on administrative leave pending the investigation. Two fatalities.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://cbs58.com/news/mpd-2-dead-after-police-chase-ends-in-crash-on-milwaukee-s-north-side

Name Not Disclosed

Age :

Gender :Unknown

Race : Unknown

Date : 05/10/2025

Location : Milwaukee's North Side

City : Milwaukee

County : Milwaukee

State : Wisconsin

Agency : Milwaukee Police Department

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Vehicle

Event : Passenger killed by police chase crash

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On May 10, 2025, two individuals were killed in a crash following a police chase on Milwaukee's North Side. The incident began when officers attempted to stop a vehicle, which fled from the scene. The chase ended in a crash, resulting in the deaths of two people in the vehicle. The identities of the deceased individuals have not been disclosed, and an investigation is ongoing. The officers involved in the chase have been placed on administrative leave pending the investigation. Two fatalities.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://cbs58.com/news/mpd-2-dead-after-police-chase-ends-in-crash-on-milwaukee-s-north-side

Name Not Disclosed

Age :

Gender :Unknown

Race : Unknown

Date : 05/10/2025

Location : Montgomery County Jail

City : Dayton

County : Montgomery

State : Ohio

Agency : Montgomery County Sheriff's Office

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Unknown

Event : Found dead in jail

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On May 10, 2025, an individual was found dead in custody at the Montgomery County Jail in Dayton, Ohio. The identity of the individual has not been disclosed, and the cause of death is under investigation. Jail staff have been placed on leave while an internal review is conducted into the circumstances surrounding the death. The incident is currently under investigation by the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office, and further details are awaited.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.daytondailynews.com/crime/jail-staff-on-leave-after-early-investigation-into-mans-death-in-montgomery-county-jail-custody/ENL3VOOJGNF57CI27DEJU67FCA/

Curtis Russell

Age :

Gender :Male

Race : Unknown

Date : 05/10/2025

Location : East 790 Road and 3500 Road

City : Cushing

County : Lincoln

State : Oklahoma

Agency : Oklahoma Highway Patrol, Lincoln County Sheriff's Office, Cushing Police Department

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police after pursuit

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On 05/10/2025, around 1:30 a.m., Cushing police attempted a traffic stop when they noticed a firearm in the vehicle driven by Curtis Russell. Russell refused to provide identification and continued driving. Officers pursued him through Cushing and into Lincoln County. A deputy later located Russell at a rural property at East 790 Road and 3500 Road. Russell exited the vehicle, ordered the deputy to leave, and fired at him. The deputy retreated and called for backup. Russell continued shooting when Oklahoma Highway Patrol and other officers arrived. Troopers opened fire and killed him.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.koco.com/article/oklahoma-cushing-police-troopers-shoot-kill-chase-suspect/64726185
https://www.koco.com/article/oklahoma-law-enforcement-speak-deadly-cushing-chase/64729820
https://www.koco.com/article/video-released-deadly-oklahoma-chase/64729300

Name Not Disclosed

Age :

Gender :Male

Race : Unknown

Date : 05/10/2025

Location : Adams County Detention Facility

City : Brighton

County : Adams

State : Colorado

Agency : Adams County Sheriff's Office

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Unknown

Event : Found dead in jail

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On 05/10/2025, an inmate at the Adams County Detention Facility in Brighton, Colorado, was found unresponsive in his cell by deputies. The man had been booked into the facility the previous evening. Despite life-saving measures, he was pronounced dead. The Adams County Sheriff's Office has initiated an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death. The identity of the deceased inmate has not been released pending notification of next of kin.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.9news.com/article/news/local/adams-county-jail-inmate-death-investigation/73-36b599bb-7592-4bcf-8953-79fef560a0fb

Name Not Disclosed

Age :

Gender :Female

Race : Unknown

Date : 05/10/2025

Location : DeSoto County Adult Detention Facility

City : Hernando

County : DeSoto

State : Mississippi

Agency : DeSoto County Sheriff's Office

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Medical emergency

Event : Found dead in jail

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On 05/10/2025, a female inmate at the DeSoto County Adult Detention Facility in Hernando, Mississippi, experienced a critical medical emergency. She was transported to a local hospital, where she was later pronounced dead. The Mississippi Bureau of Investigation has been notified and is conducting an investigation into the incident. The DeSoto County Sheriff's Office stated they are fully cooperating with the investigation. The identity of the deceased inmate has not been released pending notification of next of kin.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.wreg.com/news/local/female-inmate-dies-at-desoto-county-hospital-after-critical-emergency/

Name Not Disclosed

Age :

Gender :Male

Race : Unknown

Date : 05/10/2025

Location : Adams County Detention Facility

City : Brighton

County : Adams

State : Colorado

Agency : Adams County Sheriff's Office

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Unknown

Event : Found dead in jail

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On 05/10/2025, an inmate at the Adams County Detention Facility in Brighton, Colorado, was found unresponsive in his cell by deputies. The man had been booked into the facility the previous evening. Despite life-saving measures, he was pronounced dead. The Adams County Sheriff's Office has initiated an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death. The identity of the deceased inmate has not been released pending notification of next of kin.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.9news.com/article/news/local/adams-county-jail-inmate-death-investigation/73-36b599bb-7592-4bcf-8953-79fef560a0fb

Name Not Disclosed

Age :

Gender :Male

Race : Unknown

Date : 05/10/2025

Location : Oklahoma County Detention Center

City : Oklahoma City

County : Oklahoma

State : Oklahoma

Agency : Oklahoma County Detention Center

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Unknown

Event : Found dead in jail

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

A male detainee was found unresponsive in his cell at approximately 5:37 p.m. on May 10, 2025, at the Oklahoma County Detention Center. The man was transported to a local hospital, where he was pronounced dead. He had been convicted of murder several weeks prior. The Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation is conducting an investigation.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.koco.com/article/oklahoma-county-jail-inmate-death-cell/40763956
https://www.news9.com/story/6652d3285adcd404f9d0a512/inmate-found-dead-at-oklahoma-county-detention-center
https://www.kfor.com/news/local/inmate-dies-at-oklahoma-county-jail-investigation-underway/

Name Not Disclosed

Age :

Gender :Male

Race : Unknown

Date : 05/10/2025

Location : Yancey Place

City : Shreveport

County : Caddo

State : Louisiana

Agency : Shreveport Police Department

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police after allegedly shooting another individual

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

Shreveport Police responded to a shooting on Yancey Place around 7:11 p.m. and found 36-year-old Randall Jack had been shot in the head during a family gathering. The armed shooter reportedly emerged from the residence and was shot and killed by officers. No officers were injured. The Louisiana State Police Bureau of Investigations is conducting the investigation.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.ktalnews.com/news/top-stories/shreveport-police-shooting-yancey-st/
https://www.facebook.com/LoveShreveportBossier/
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100053258685004#

Name Not Disclosed

Age :

Gender :Male

Race : Unknown

Date : 05/10/2025

Location : Yancey Place near Kingridge and Hyde Park

City : Shreveport

County : Caddo

State : Louisiana

Agency : Shreveport Police Department

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police after allegedly shooting another individual

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

Around 7:11 p.m., Shreveport Police responded to reports of a shooting at a family gathering on Yancey Place. Officers found 36-year-old Randall Jack shot in the head. The armed shooter reportedly emerged from the residence and was shot and killed by police. No officers were injured. The Louisiana State Police Bureau of Investigations is leading the investigation.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.ksla.com/2025/05/11/shreveport-police-investigating-shooting-yancey-place/
https://lsp.org/community-outreach/news/louisiana-state-police-detectives-investigating-shreveport-police-department-officer-involved-shooting/
https://www.facebook.com/LoveShreveportBossier/posts/1235101894890781/

Name Not Disclosed

Age :

Gender :Male

Race : Unknown

Date : 05/10/2025

Location : Ship Canal Bridge

City : Seattle

County : King

State : Washington

Agency : Seattle Police Department

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Fall from height

Event : Suicide under police duress

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

Seattle Police attempted to stop a driver early Saturday morning who was reportedly involved in a crash during a high-speed chase on Interstate 5. The pursuit ended on the Ship Canal Bridge, where the driver crashed the vehicle. He then exited the car and jumped off the bridge. Emergency responders located and recovered his body.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.bigcountrynewsconnection.com/news/seattle-driver-jumps-off-bridge-after-high-speed-chase
https://www.kiro7.com/news/local/seattle-driver-dies-after-jumping-off-ship-canal-bridge-during-police-pursuit/
https://www.fox13seattle.com/news/driver-jumps-to-death-from-ship-canal-bridge-following-crash-and-police-pursuit
https://komonews.com/news/local/driver-dies-after-jumping-from-ship-canal-bridge-in-seattle-police-chase-may-2025
https://www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news/driver-jumps-off-ship-canal-bridge-dies-after-crash-during-police-pursuit/

David Elliot Dickerson

Age :72

Gender :Male

Race : Unknown

Date : 05/10/2025

Location : Forsyth County Detention Center

City : Winston-Salem

County : Forsyth

State : North Carolina

Agency : Forsyth County Sheriff's Office

Officer(s) : Not disclosed

Cause of Death : Unknown

Event : Found dead in jail

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On May 10, 2025, David Elliot Dickerson, a 72-year-old inmate at the Forsyth County Detention Center, was found unresponsive in his cell. Detention staff initiated CPR and other lifesaving measures; however, Dickerson was pronounced dead by emergency medical services. He had been arrested on May 7, 2025, on charges of statutory sex offense with a child by an adult and indecent liberties with a minor. In accordance with protocol, the Forsyth County Sheriff's Office has requested an independent investigation by the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://abc45.com/news/local/forsyth-county-detention-center-inmate-found-dead-truecrime-investigation-active-north-carolina
https://www.wfmynews2.com/article/news/local/forsyth-county-detention-center-jail-inmate-found-dead/83-dc7bee98-690f-435d-8b89-4fc05f620d13

Brian Montana

Age :60

Gender :Male

Race : White

Date : 05/10/2025

Location : South San Francisco

City : South San Francisco

County : San Mateo

State : California

Agency : South San Francisco Police Department

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed during police standoff

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

Brian Montana, a 60-year-old musician and founding guitarist of the metal band "Possessed," died on May 10, 2025, following a police standoff in South San Francisco, California. Police were responding to a situation when Montana, armed with a firearm, engaged in a confrontation with officers. The standoff ended with officers opening fire, fatally wounding Montana. Montana had a storied career in the metal music scene and was recognized as one of the pioneering figures in death metal. The incident is under investigation, with officers placed on administrative leave per standard department procedure.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.kron4.com/news/bay-area/gunman-killed-in-south-sf-police-standoff-idd-as-founding-guitarist-of-metal-band-possessed/
https://www.yahoo.com/news/former-possessed-guitarist-brian-montana-184314814.html

Name Not Disclosed

Age :

Gender :Male

Race : Unknown

Date : 05/10/2025

Location : Tierwester Street, Houston

City : Houston

County : Harris

State : Texas

Agency : Houston Police Department

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed in police shooting

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On May 10, 2025, police shot and killed a man on Tierwester Street in Houston, Texas, resulting in the death of an individual. Houston police officers responded to a disturbance call and encountered an armed individual police engaged him in a confrontation, resulting in the officers opening fire. The individual was later confirmed deceased at the scene. The identity of the man has not been disclosed, and the officers involved have been placed on administrative leave pending investigation.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.khou.com/article/news/crime/houston-police-shooting-tierwester/285-d9e2e40f-5709-48b8-9e2a-c7a65690dbd8

Name Not Disclosed

Age :

Gender :Male

Race : Unknown

Date : 05/10/2025

Location : Highway 288

City : Houston

County : Harris

State : Texas

Agency : Houston Police Department

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police during pursuit

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On May 10, 2025, Houston police shot and killed an individual during a pursuit on Highway 288. The incident began when officers attempted to stop a stolen SUV. The driver of the vehicle fled, leading officers on a chase. After the vehicle crashed, officers opened fire on the individual. The individual was confirmed deceased at the scene.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://abc13.com/post/suspect-shot-police-officer-chase-stolen-suv-ends-crash-highway-288-hpd-says/16293502/

Name Not Disclosed

Age :

Gender :Male

Race : Unknown

Date : 05/09/2025

Location : Ty Street and College Drive

City : Kingman

County : Mohave

State : Arizona

Agency : Mohave County Sheriff's Office, Bullhead City Police Department

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Gunshot

Event : Killed by police after standoff

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On 05/09/2025, at approximately 1:57 p.m., deputies from the Mohave County Sheriff's Office responded to reports of a man pouring gasoline inside a residence near Ty Street and College Drive in Kingman, Arizona. The man was reportedly armed and refused to exit the house.
A SWAT team, including members from the Bullhead City Police Department, was deployed to the scene. Despite repeated commands to surrender, the suspect did not comply. When he eventually exited the residence, he pointed a weapon at the SWAT officers, prompting them to open fire.
The suspect was struck by gunfire, detained, and transported to Kingman Regional Medical Center, where he later died from his injuries. The Lake Havasu City Police Department is conducting an investigation. The officers involved have been placed on paid administrative leave pending the outcome of the investigation.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.azfamily.com/2025/05/10/suspect-dies-after-being-shot-during-swat-standoff-kingman/

Willie T. Wills

Age :44

Gender :Male

Race : Black

Date : 05/09/2025

Location : Alabama Highway 5 near mile marker 84

City : Brent

County : Bibb

State : Alabama

Agency : Brent Police Department, Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA)

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Vehicle

Event : Driver killed by police chase crash

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On 05/09/2025, at approximately 10:55 p.m., 44-year-old Willie T. Wills of Moundville was involved in a fatal two-vehicle crash on Alabama Highway 5 near mile marker 84, about two miles south of Brent. According to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA), Wills was attempting to elude an officer with the Brent Police Department when the 2024 Dodge Hornet he was driving collided with an SUV. Wills was not wearing a seatbelt at the time of the crash and was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver of the SUV sustained injuries and was transported to DCH Regional Medical Center in Tuscaloosa for treatment. Two juvenile passengers in the SUV were also injured and taken to local hospitals. The severity of their injuries has not been disclosed. The crash remains under investigation by ALEA’s Highway Patrol Division.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://abc3340.com/news/local/moundville-man-dies-in-bibb-county-crash-after-police-pursuit-3-others-injured

Name Not Disclosed

Age :37

Gender :Female

Race : Unknown

Date : 05/09/2025

Location : DeSoto County Adult Detention Facility

City : Hernando

County : DeSoto

State : Mississippi

Agency : DeSoto County Sheriff's Office

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Medical emergency

Event : Found dead in jail

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On 05/09/2025, a 37-year-old female detainee at the DeSoto County Adult Detention Facility in Hernando, Mississippi, suffered a critical medical emergency while in a medical holding cell. She was later pronounced deceased. The Mississippi Bureau of Investigation has been notified and is conducting an investigation into the incident. The identity of the deceased has not been released pending notification of next of kin.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.actionnews5.com/2025/05/09/detainee-dies-hospital-after-medical-emergency-desoto-co-jail/

Name Not Disclosed

Age :

Gender :Male

Race : Unknown

Date : 05/09/2025

Location : Adams County Detention Facility

City : Brighton

County : Adams

State : Colorado

Agency : Adams County Sheriff's Office

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Unknown

Event : Found dead in jail

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On 05/09/2025, a male inmate was found unresponsive in his cell at the Adams County Detention Facility in Brighton, Colorado. Despite life-saving efforts by jail staff and emergency responders, the inmate was pronounced dead at the scene. The Adams County Sheriff's Office has initiated an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.denverpost.com/2025/05/09/male-inmate-dies-in-adams-county-jail/

Name Not Disclosed

Age :

Gender :Male

Race : Unknown

Date : 05/09/2025

Location : Bibb County Law Enforcement Center

City : Macon

County : Bibb

State : Georgia

Agency : Bibb County Sheriff's Office

Officer(s) : Not Disclosed

Cause of Death : Overdose

Event : Found dead in jail

OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :

On 05/09/2025, three male inmates were found unresponsive in their cells at the Bibb County Law Enforcement Center in Macon, Georgia, during a routine block check. All three inmates were transported to a local hospital. One inmate was pronounced dead at the hospital, while the other two were treated and are expected to recover. The incident is being investigated as a suspected overdose.

SOURCE LINKS :

https://www.13wmaz.com/article/news/local/macon/3-bibb-county-jail-inmates-hopspital-suffering-suspected-overdose-bso-says/93-3000b51d-db1b-4817-a354-42678ce0885c13WMAZ