The Redding Police Department has identified Officer Bailey Odell as the officer who shot David Schaeffer during a confrontation on March 26. This revelation comes after a public records request and follows body-worn camera footage that captured the moments leading up to the incident, where Schaeffer accelerated his vehicle towards Odell, prompting the officer to fire his weapon.
Alongside Odell, five other officers were present at the scene, including Ronald Johnson and Derek Adams. Notably, none of the officers activated their body cameras prior to the encounter, raising questions about adherence to departmental policy. The incident not only underscores the complexities surrounding police use of force but also follows a prior internal investigation into Odell’s conduct during an earlier arrest, highlighting the ongoing scrutiny of police practices.
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