Richard Lee Nelson Killed by Honolulu Police Department

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Category: Police - City
Old Crime Scene Address:
Kuhio Ave & Kapuni St
Mapping Police Violence:

Nelson was spotted by a police officer rear-ending a bus and drinking an alcoholic beverage behind the wheel. After the officer tried to prevent Nelson from taking off, he made U-turns and drove his car onto a sidewalk and hitting a tree, prompting police to fire and kill Nelson. Honolulu Police defended the decision to shoot Nelson, claiming it was done to prevent further safety risks.

Victim's Name: Richard Lee Nelson

Agency Responsible: Honolulu Police Department

Gender: Male

Age: 52

Race: Unknown race

Date of Death: July 30, 2014

County: Honolulu

Cause of Death: Gunshot

Official Disposition: Pending investigation/No Known Charges

Criminal Charges: No known charges

Mental Illness: Drug or alcohol use

Armed: Vehicle

Weapon: vehicle

Geography: Urban

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