1. Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office deputy shooting man in mental health crisis
2. Video footage of fatal shooting by Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office deputy.
Accident – Death – Obituary News :
The Sacramento Sheriff’s Office recently released video footage of a fatal shooting incident involving a suicidal man armed with a knife. The incident occurred on March 23 at a residence on Campanile Street in Rio Linda.
Details of the Incident
Deputies responded to a call reporting that 38-year-old Christopher Gilmore, who had schizophrenia, was armed with a knife and cutting himself in a bathroom. Upon arrival, Gilmore refused to comply with the deputies’ directives and advanced towards them with the knife. Despite attempts to disarm him using less-lethal shotgun rounds, Gilmore did not stop and was fatally shot by the deputies.
A roommate informed the deputies that Gilmore had expressed a desire to “die by suicide by cop,” adding a tragic dimension to the incident. The Sacramento Sheriff’s Office stated that an investigation into the incident is ongoing and that internal and independent reviews will be conducted to ensure transparency and accountability.
Release of Bodycam Video
The sheriff’s office released a narrated bodycam video of the incident, providing a detailed account of the events leading up to the fatal shooting. The video offers a glimpse into the challenges faced by law enforcement officers in dealing with individuals experiencing mental health crises.
The release of the video aims to provide transparency and shed light on the circumstances surrounding Gilmore’s death. It also serves as a reminder of the importance of mental health awareness and crisis intervention training for law enforcement personnel.
Continued Investigation and Support Resources
As the investigation into the incident continues, the Sacramento Sheriff’s Office is committed to ensuring a thorough and impartial review of the actions taken by deputies. In the meantime, support resources are available for individuals experiencing mental health crises.
If you or someone you know is in crisis, you can call or text 988 to reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline 24/7. Additional resources can be found at SpeakingOfSuicide.com/resources.
Overall, the release of the video and ongoing investigation highlight the complexities of responding to mental health crises and the need for comprehensive training and support systems to prevent similar tragedies in the future.
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– Video footage shows Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office deputy’s fatal shooting of man in mental health crisis
– Video footage of Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office deputy’s fatal shooting of man in mental health crisis.
