When police responded to a second report of "man with shotgun", they say Willis' vehicle drove directly toward them and hit two police vehicles. He then jumped out of the car and after a short foot chase he reportedly pointed his rifle or shot at them. Two officers shot at him approx. 25 times, killing him.
Victim's Name: Michael M. Willis Jr.
Agency Responsible: St. Louis County Police Department
Gender: Male
Age: 42
Race: Black
Date of Death: September 18, 2014
County: St. Louis
Cause of Death: Gunshot
Official Disposition: Pending investigation/No Known Charges
Criminal Charges: No known charges
Mental Illness: No
Armed: Allegedly Armed
Weapon: gun
Geography: Suburban