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Canton Police: Shoplifting Suspect Pulled Trigger on Officer at Walmart, Gun Failed to Fire

Investigators are relying on body-camera video to support attempted murder charges.

Overview

  • The confrontation unfolded Thursday afternoon inside the Walmart on Atlantic Boulevard in Canton after employees reported shoplifting.
  • Body-camera footage shows an officer’s brief pat-down missed a concealed handgun before the suspect drew it, pointed it at the officer, and pulled the trigger without a discharge.
  • An officer and a Walmart loss-prevention employee subdued the suspect, disarmed him, and handcuffed him after a struggle, and no shots were fired.
  • Shane C. L. Newman, 21, was charged with attempted murder, felonious assault on a peace officer, robbery, aggravated possession of drugs, and having weapons under disability.
  • Katerina Jeffrey, 23, was charged with complicity to commit robbery, and police requested tips as Chief John Gabbard emphasized the risks faced by officers.