Police responded to a domestic violence call and found Ramos barricaded in his home with two knives. Police negotiated for an hour but eventually Ramos advanced toward police with his knives. Police shot Ramos with bean bag rounds which did not stop his advance. Police open fired with lethal rounds, killing Ramos. Ramos had previously threatened to commit suicide.
Victim's Name: Arnesto Ramos
Agency Responsible: Lubbock Police Department
Gender: Male
Age: 30
Race: Hispanic
Date of Death: May 7, 2014
County: Lubbock
Cause of Death: Gunshot
Official Disposition: Unreported
Criminal Charges: No known charges
Mental Illness: Unknown
Armed: Allegedly Armed
Weapon: knives
Geography: Urban