According to police, the 52-year-old was despondent and told officers on scene he had a weapon. Police said he refused to follow officers' commands and that after they attempted to communicate with him for an unspecified period of time, Dugas suddenly drew a handgun from his pocket and pointed it at them. Officers shot and killed him.
Victim's Name: Michael Dugas
Agency Responsible: Norwich Police Department
Gender: Male
Age: 52
Race: White
Date of Death: February 24, 2013
County: New London
Cause of Death: Gunshot
Official Disposition: Justified
Criminal Charges: No known charges
Mental Illness: Yes
Armed: Allegedly Armed
Weapon: gun
Geography: Suburban