The Attorney General’s Office has identified Pytorcarcha Brooks, a 70-year-old woman who was fatally shot by police after lunging at an officer while brandishing a knife. The incident occurred on Wednesday in Baltimore after responders received a call about Brooks possibly experiencing a behavioral health crisis, marking the second deadly police shooting in the city within two weeks.
Officers attempted to take Brooks into custody for treatment but resorted to using a Taser when she lunged at them. Despite these efforts, the Taser failed to subdue her, leading to an officer discharging his firearm when Brooks advanced toward him after he fell. This tragic incident highlights the complexities of responding to behavioral health emergencies, as over 20 calls were made to Brooks’ residence in the past year regarding similar concerns.
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