Officers initially responded to Mr. Weipert's home in reference to a disturbance that involved an alleged armed, intoxicated man who was threatening suicide. Witnesses said several officers surrounded the house and took cover, with guns drawn. A police negotiator made contact with Mr. Weipert, who refused to comply with officers. “Threatening acts toward officers present resulted in shots being fired by one officer,” police wrote in a press release.
Victim's Name: John Weipert
Agency Responsible: St. Joseph Police Department
Gender: Male
Age: 47
Race: White
Date of Death: March 10, 2014
County: Buchanan
Cause of Death: Gunshot
Official Disposition: Justified
Criminal Charges: No known charges
Mental Illness: Yes
Armed: Allegedly Armed
Weapon: gun
Geography: Suburban