Alaska State Troopers were attempting to execute a $500,000 warrant for Garry Lawrence Jr. Lawrence was wanted on the charges of attempted murder and other felony domestic violence offenses. Once in contact with Lawrence, a fire started in the residence. The fire quickly engulfed the structure. Lawrence exited the structure and threatened troopers with an ax. Trooper Jeffrey "Scott" McAfee shot and killed Lawrence.
Victim's Name: Garry Glenn Lawrence Jr.
Agency Responsible: Alaska State Troopers
Gender: Male
Age: 36
Race: White
Date of Death: June 29, 2018
County: Fairbanks North Star
Cause of Death: Gunshot
Official Disposition: Pending investigation/No Known Charges
Criminal Charges: No known charges
Mental Illness: No
Armed: Allegedly Armed
Weapon: ax
Threat Level: other
Body Camera: No
Washington Post Database ID: 3819
Geography: Suburban