Richard Robert Howard Killed by Benton County Sheriff's Office

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Category: Police - County
Old Crime Scene Address:
5714 Sacramento Dr
Mapping Police Violence:

Howard was allegedly mentally unstable and highly intoxicated when he left his home and began firing, while armed with several firearms. An officer shot Howard in the chest after a short standoff that ended with officers shooting the 49-year-old after he pointed a gun at them.

Victim's Name: Richard Robert Howard

Agency Responsible: Benton County Sheriff's Office

Gender: Male

Age: 49

Race: White

Date of Death: July 9, 2014

County: Franklin

Cause of Death: Gunshot

Official Disposition: Unreported

Criminal Charges: No known charges

Mental Illness: Yes

Armed: Allegedly Armed

Weapon: gun

Geography: Suburban

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