Shortly after 1 p.m., Bradford Louis Etheredge was shot after he reportedly stabbed Cpl. Donald Johnson and Officer Brian Strong, who were attempting to stop a conflict between Etheredge and his landlord. Etheredge, who had a history of mental illness, was shot three times in the torso during the struggle at his residence. Etheredge died at an area hospital. Both officers were reported to be in good condition upon arrival at a local hospital. The officers were cleared after an internal investigation.
Victim's Name: Bradford Louis Etheredge
Agency Responsible: Baton Rouge Police Department
Gender: Male
Age: 37
Race: Black
Date of Death: April 8, 2013
County: East Baton Rouge
Cause of Death: Gunshot
Official Disposition: Pending investigation/No Known Charges
Criminal Charges: No known charges
Mental Illness: Yes
Armed: Allegedly Armed
Weapon: knife
Geography: Suburban