David Latham Killed by Norfolk Police Department

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Category: Police - City
Old Crime Scene Address:
400 West 30th St.
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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

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