Dixon, while possibly suicidal and/or under the influence allegedly ran at police with a pair of scissors while doused in gasoline. Police shot him.
Victim's Name: Arthur Dixon
Agency Responsible: St. Petersburg Police Department
Gender: Male
Age: 43
Race: White
Date of Death: March 10, 2013
County: Pinellas
Cause of Death: Gunshot
Official Disposition: Justified
Criminal Charges: No known charges
Mental Illness: Yes
Armed: Allegedly Armed
Weapon: scissors
Geography: Urban