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Stockton Police Shoot Man During Foot Pursuit After Traffic Stop, Authorities Say

Authorities have launched a joint inquiry under county protocol.

Overview

  • Police say a traffic stop around 6:09 p.m. near Doray Court and Pixie Drive led to a foot pursuit.
  • During the chase, the man dropped a loaded handgun and moved to retrieve it, prompting officers to shoot, according to the department.
  • Officers provided medical aid before EMS transported him to a local hospital, and officials have not released his identity or condition.
  • Nearby residents reported hearing multiple gunshots, and one said they saw officers performing CPR.
  • A multi-agency investigation is underway led by Stockton police with the San Joaquin County District Attorney’s Bureau of Investigations and the California Department of Justice.