“New Details Revealed in Shooting of Shoplifting Suspect Kerry Q. Jones-Hilburg in Spokane”

Accident – Death – Obituary News : New Details Released on Spokane Police Officer Shooting Incident

SPOKANE, Wash. – Authorities have recently disclosed additional information regarding the sequence of events leading up to the fatal shooting of a shoplifting suspect by a Spokane police officer earlier this month.

According to the Spokane Independent Investigative Response Team (SIIR), new evidence reveals that security footage captured the suspect, Kerry Q. Jones-Hilburg, 34, removing security tags and concealing stolen items in his jacket on the morning of December 3. The footage also shows a possible firearm hidden in a holster on Jones-Hilburg’s right side.

Upon attempting to leave the premises with the stolen merchandise, Jones-Hilburg was intercepted by two officers. A physical struggle ensued as he resisted their efforts to apprehend him and broke free. Despite multiple attempts to tase him, Jones-Hilburg continued to resist and attempted to flee. The altercation unfolded throughout the store until one of the officers exclaimed, “He’s got a gun!” to which Jones-Hilburg responded, “No, I don’t!”

SIIR reports that Jones-Hilburg was in a kneeling position when he raised his left hand towards his chest, near the possible firearm. Officer Karl Richardson, identified as the shooter, fired a single shot at this moment.

Despite being uncooperative and non-compliant with officers’ commands, Jones-Hilburg eventually lost consciousness. Officers immediately provided medical attention as he could no longer physically resist. Tragically, Jones-Hilburg was pronounced dead at the scene.

A subsequent search warrant executed by SIIR investigators revealed that the gun found on the suspect was stolen. It was also discovered that Jones-Hilburg was under the influence of methamphetamine at the time of the incident. Furthermore, a second firearm and what appeared to be Methamphetamine Fentanyl pills were found in his vehicle.

In connection with the incident, a second suspect, Tylor S. Forester, 33, was apprehended for assaulting one of the officers involved in the altercation. Forester now faces charges of third-degree assault to a law enforcement officer and obstructing a law enforcement officer.

Authorities are urging anyone who witnessed the incident, recorded it, or possesses information relevant to the investigation and has not yet been contacted by law enforcement to reach out to Crime Check at 509-456-2233, referencing case number 10180498.

This latest release of information sheds light on the events leading up to the fatal shooting, providing a clearer understanding of the circumstances surrounding the tragic incident. The investigation remains ongoing as authorities continue to gather evidence and witness testimonies..