Police responded to a report that Burnett displayed a weapon. The officers reportedly tried to arrest Burnett, and Burnett allegedly started to resist. Police used a Taser at least once during the struggle, but the device reportedly didn't appear to work. The officers then "controlled the suspect" using unspecified methods. Burnett died at the scene.
Victim's Name: Chad Burnett
Agency Responsible: Colorado Springs Police Department
Gender: Male
Age: 49
Race: White
Date of Death: May 24, 2020
County: El Paso
Cause of Death: Tasered
Official Disposition: Pending investigation/No Known Charges
Criminal Charges: No known charges
Mental Illness: No
Armed: Allegedly Armed
Weapon: unknown weapon