Police were investigating two burglaries and attempting to execute a search warrant on a property when they encountered Potts, who fled. Potts was killed by members of a Special Response Team after allegedly firing at officers.
Victim's Name: Martin Y. Potts
Agency Responsible: Springfield Police Department
Gender: Male
Age: 29
Race: White
Date of Death: February 22, 2013
County: Greene
Cause of Death: Gunshot
Official Disposition: Justified
Criminal Charges: No known charges
Mental Illness: Unknown
Armed: Allegedly Armed
Weapon: gun
Geography: Urban