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news-law-enforcement2 years ago

"Released Bodycam Footage Captures L.A. Deputy's Fatal Shooting of Woman After Domestic Call"

The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department released body camera footage of a deputy fatally shooting Niani Finlayson, a 27-year-old Black woman who had called 911 to report domestic violence. The incident occurred in Lancaster, and Finlayson was shot within seconds of opening her door to the deputies while holding an object identified as a knife. Investigations by the sheriff's department and the district attorney's office are underway to assess the use of force. Finlayson's family has filed a claim seeking $30 million in damages, and the released footage is part of the sheriff's commitment to transparency.

via The Associated Press|
##bodycamerafootage#domesticviolence
crime-and-safety2 years ago

"Baltimore Police Shoot Man Charging at Officers with Knives"

In southwest Baltimore, police officers shot a man in the leg after he charged at them with a machete-like weapon and another knife. The man, who was naked and had earlier barricaded himself in a business, was in stable condition at a hospital. An officer sustained minor injuries during the incident. The area is known for high crime rates, and the police were praised for their response to the situation. The department will release body-camera footage as part of its critical incident reporting policy.

via ABC News|
##baltimorepoliceshooting#behavioralcrisis
law-enforcement-and-public-safety2 years ago

"Man With Knives Shot by Police in Separate Baltimore and LA Incidents"

A man was shot in the leg by a Baltimore Police officer after he charged at them with knives and threw a liquid at them. The incident occurred when officers encountered the naked man walking on West Pratt Street and he subsequently barricaded himself in a business. The man was provided medical aid by the officers after being shot, which may have saved his life. An officer received a minor wound and was treated. The department is investigating the incident and plans to release body camera footage. Police Commissioner Richard Worley praised the officers' actions during the confrontation.

via Baltimore Sun|
##baltimorepolice#bodycamerafootage