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Jonathan Yi
Gender : Male
Age :
Race : Asian
Date : 12/01/2023
Location : 15400 block of Flemington Ave
City : Houston
County : Harris
State : Texas
Agency : Houston PD
Officer(s) :Unknown
Cause of Death : Gunshot
Event : Killed by police during mental health crisis while firing shots
OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :
Jonathan Yi, a military vet and firefighter, was seen with 2 rifles in front of his home. Shots were reportedly heard in his home. He emerged with a rifle and five deputies opened fire and killed him. He had PTSD and an open narcotics warrant at the time of his death. Friends and co-workers spoke highly of him and pointed out his PTSD as likely reason for the event.
