On Friday night, family friend Michael Muhammad said Latham was arguing with his brother at the house. His mother called 911, and according to family members and Muhammad, she reported Latham was ill and needed help. Family members said one of the children in the house also called 911 and asked police dispatchers to hurry up. Family members said Latham answered the door when police arrived. They said Latham wouldn't drop the knife, however, he did not threaten the officer. Latham was shot at least three times while in the doorway, according to the family. They also said he was shot once when he was on the ground.
Victim's Name: David Latham
Agency Responsible: Norfolk Police Department
Gender: Male
Age: 35
Race: Black
Date of Death: June 6, 2014
County: Norfolk
Cause of Death: Gunshot
Official Disposition: Charged with manslaughter, Acquitted
Criminal Charges: Charged, Acquitted
Mental Illness: Yes
Armed: Allegedly Armed
Weapon: knife
Geography: Suburban