Ruiz became unresponsive after being shocked with a Taser and handcuffed, according to authorities. He had been pursued and intercepted by officers after allegedly stealing a large flagpole and swinging it at motorists and passersby.
Victim's Name: Oscar Ruiz
Agency Responsible: Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department
Gender: Male
Age: 44
Race: Hispanic
Date of Death: August 15, 2015
County: Los Angeles
Cause of Death: Taser
Official Disposition: Pending investigation/No Known Charges
Criminal Charges: No known charges
Mental Illness: Unknown
Armed: Unclear
Weapon: flagpole
Geography: Suburban