Santa Monica Police Department bodycam footage of officer attacked by knife-wielding man
Bodycam footage released by Santa Monica Police Department shows an officer being attacked by a knife-wielding man, resulting in the man being shot and killed outside the department's headquarters. The officer was stabbed and slashed before defending himself with his gun.
Key Points
- Officer was attacked by a knife-wielding man outside Santa Monica Police Department headquarters
- Knife-wielding man was shot and killed by the officer in self-defense
- Officer was treated and released from the hospital after being stabbed and slashed
Pros
- Bodycam footage provides transparency in police encounters
- Officer acted in self-defense to protect himself
Cons
- Loss of life in the incident