Deputies were serving a warrant when Demetrius Williams attempted to flee in his vehicle. While driving in reverse, Williams allegedly struck another vehicle, and then began driving forward toward several deputies. One deputy was struck by Williams' vehicle, and the deputies shot and killed Williams.
Victim's Name: Demetrius Williams
Agency Responsible: Harrison County Sheriff's Office
Gender: Male
Age: 31
Race: Black
Date of Death: December 5, 2019
County: Harrison
Cause of Death: Gunshot
Official Disposition: Pending investigation/No Known Charges
Criminal Charges: No known charges
Mental Illness: No
Armed: Vehicle
Weapon: vehicle
Threat Level: attack
Fleeing: Foot
Body Camera: No
Washington Post Database ID: 5256
Geography: Suburban