Michael Angel Ruiz Killed by Phoenix Police Department

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Category: Police - City
Old Crime Scene Address:
W Indian School Rd & N 23rd Ave
Mapping Police Violence:

Ruiz was swarmed by police officers due to the 44-year-old's erratic behavior on the roof of his apartment complex. Officers tasered and choked Ruiz, who died several days later from injuries sustained.

Victim's Name: Michael Angel Ruiz

Agency Responsible: Phoenix Police Department

Gender: Male

Age: 44

Race: Hispanic

Date of Death: July 28, 2013

County: Maricopa

Cause of Death: Taser

Official Disposition: Unreported

Criminal Charges: No known charges

Mental Illness: Drug or alcohol use

Armed: Unarmed/Did Not Have an Actual Weapon

Weapon: unarmed

Geography: Urban

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