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Bodycam Shows Suspect Try to Shoot Canton Officer in Walmart as Gun Fails

Police released footage and say the suspect remains jailed on attempted murder charges pending Stark County proceedings.

Overview

  • Authorities say the incident occurred around 1:45 p.m. in the loss-prevention office at the Walmart on 3200 Atlantic Blvd. NE in Canton, Ohio.
  • Body-camera video captures two audible misfires as a Walmart loss-prevention employee jumps in to help disarm the suspect, and the officer is not hurt.
  • Shane Newman, 21, was arrested and charged with attempted murder, assault on a peace officer, robbery, aggravated drug possession, and having weapons under disability.
  • Katerina Jeffrey, 23, was arrested on complicity in robbery, and court records reported by local outlets say she also faces a weapons disability count tied to ammunition.
  • Police say illegal drugs were recovered and that Newman is barred from possessing firearms due to a prior conviction, as Chief John Gabbard cites the risks officers face and investigators seek tips while the case advances.