When officers responded to a home invasion, Larry Hawkins, refused to put his gun down and pointed the weapon at the officers. They responded by firing seven shots, of which three hit Hawkins. He died from a gunshot wound to the chest.
Victim's Name: Larry Hawkins
Agency Responsible: Des Moines Police Department
Gender: Male
Age: 57
Race: Unknown race
Date of Death: July 5, 2013
County: Polk
Cause of Death: Gunshot
Official Disposition: Justified
Criminal Charges: No known charges
Mental Illness: No
Armed: Allegedly Armed
Weapon: gun
Geography: Urban