Derrick Thompson, 46, allegedly fatally shot Kendall Kirkland, 23, during a fight at Powerhouse Motorsports Park. Thompson also reportedly fired at deputies who were present and tried to intervene. The officers shot and killed Thompson.
Victim's Name: Derrick Thompson
Agency Responsible: Calhoun County Sheriff's Office
Gender: Male
Age: 46
Race: Black
Date of Death: May 30, 2020
County: Calhoun
Cause of Death: Gunshot
Official Disposition: Pending investigation/No Known Charges
Criminal Charges: No known charges
Mental Illness: No
Armed: Allegedly Armed
Weapon: gun
Threat Level: attack
Fleeing: Not fleeing
Body Camera: No
Washington Post Database ID: 5863