A man died on Interstate 105 in Lynwood, California, after a confrontation with a California Highway Patrol (CHP) officer on November 19. The incident occurred when the officer responded to reports of a pedestrian walking in traffic lanes on the westbound I-105 freeway near Wilmington Avenue.
The homeless man, identified as Jesse Dominguez, 33, was seen in a video struggling with the CHP officer. During the altercation, the officer stood up and fired multiple rounds at Dominguez. The CHP stated that Dominguez had used a taser against the officer, prompting the officer to shoot in self-defense.
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According to the CHP’s news release, the officer had repeatedly tried to persuade Dominguez to leave the traffic lanes, but he refused. With the immediate danger to the public, the officer stopped all westbound traffic on the freeway. As the officer approached Dominguez, a physical struggle ensued, leading to the fatal shooting.
The CHP officer involved in the incident has been placed on administrative leave, following department protocol. The California Department of Justice (DOJ) is leading the investigation into the incident, and the CHP is fully cooperating with their inquiry.
The DOJ will conduct an independent review of the shooting, as confirmed by the California Attorney General’s office in a press release. The investigation aims to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident and whether the officer’s use of force was justified.
Family members of Mr. Dominguez informed the Los Angeles Times that he may have been experiencing a mental health episode or drug-related crisis during the incident.
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The tragic incident has raised concerns about the use of force by law enforcement officers and the need for improved training in handling individuals in crisis situations. The investigation will provide more insight into the circumstances leading to Dominguez’s death and help determine the appropriate course of action.
