John Weipert Killed by St. Joseph Police Department

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Category: Police - City
Old Crime Scene Address:
1510 S. 41st St.
Mapping Police Violence:

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

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