Martinez shot a relative during an argument at his home. The relative escaped and called police. The SWAT team went to Martinez' home, where they found him violent, suicidal and pressing a gun to his head. Police tried to talk Martinez down, but instead he pointed the gun at them. They opened fire, killing him on the spot. The 10th Judicial District Attorney's Office declared the shooting justified.
Victim's Name: Frankie Martinez
Agency Responsible: Pueblo Police Department
Gender: Male
Age: 66
Race: Hispanic
Date of Death: January 4, 2014
County: Pueblo
Cause of Death: Gunshot
Official Disposition: Justified
Criminal Charges: No known charges
Mental Illness: No
Armed: Allegedly Armed
Weapon: gun
Geography: Suburban