Officials said Johnston was killed on the scene after an apparent altercation over a hit-and-run incident. The man reportedly hit and severed a light pole with a vehicle around Dollar and Lost Avenue. Authorities said they tracked him down and an altercation ensued after officers made contact. He was armed with a knife. Police shot and killed him.
Victim's Name: Eric Byron Johnston
Agency Responsible: Coeur d'Alene Police Department
Gender: Male
Age: 35
Race: White
Date of Death: August 25, 2013
County: Kootenai
Cause of Death: Gunshot
Official Disposition: Unknown
Criminal Charges: No known charges
Mental Illness: No
Armed: Allegedly Armed
Weapon: knife
Geography: Suburban