Death by Cop 2021-2025
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Anthony Pursley
Gender : Male
Age : 38
Race : Black
Date : 07/05/2025
Location : Washington Avenue near North Foster Drive
City : Baton Rouge
County : East Baton Rouge
State : Louisiana
Agency : Baton Rouge Police Department
Officer(s) :Not Disclosed
Cause of Death : Gunshot
Event : Killed by police during armed standoff
OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :
On 07/05/2025 at approximately 3:40 a.m., Baton Rouge Police Department officers responded to a disturbance involving an emotionally distressed individual on Washington Avenue near North Foster Drive. Anthony Pursley, 38, was reportedly under the influence of narcotics and armed with a sharp object. Officers attempted to use a Taser, which was ineffective. One officer then fired, striking Pursley. He was pronounced dead at the scene. Two officers have been placed on administrative leave pending investigation.
SOURCE LINKS :
https://www.wafb.com/2025/07/07/coroners-office-identifies-man-killed-officer-involved-shooting-baton-rouge-early-saturday-morning/
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