Alaska Officer Cleared in Fatal Shooting of 16-Year-Old Girl Holding Knife

State prosecutors determined the officer's use of deadly force was legally justified after a comprehensive review of the incident.

Anchorage Police Officer Alexander Roman will not face criminal charges for the shooting of Easter Leafa.
Prosecutors concluded that Roman's actions were in self-defense as Leafa advanced toward officers with a knife.
Leafa's sister had called the police, initially claiming Leafa was trying to stab her but later said Leafa was attempting to hand over the knife.
Body camera footage showed a tense encounter, with officers entering the home with guns drawn, which family members criticized as escalating the situation.
Leafa's death sparked public outcry, including prayer vigils and a march demanding accountability from the police.