Foster was shot and killed by an Indio Police officer on July 4. According to authorities, Foster was armed and when police confronted him, he ran away. Then, a pursuit on foot started which led to a confrontation between the officer and Foster. That's when the officer opened fire and killed him. A family friend feels there is no evidence to prove he had any weapon with him at the time of the shooting.
Victim's Name: Ernest Foster
Agency Responsible: Indio Police Department
Gender: Male
Age: 37
Race: Black
Date of Death: July 4, 2013
County: Riverside
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