By Joanna Putman
Police1
FORT WORTH, Texas — The Fort Worth Police Department has released footage showing a man firing shots inside a bank, injuring an off-duty deputy, according to CBS Texas.
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The surveillance video reveals the man pacing around the bank lobby before pulling out a handgun from his waistband. He then quickly approaches Tarrant County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Brent Brown, who was sitting at a desk.
The man, identified as 34-year-old Leland Williams, fired four shots at Brown, hitting him at least twice. Despite being wounded, Brown managed to get up and return fire, shooting 12 rounds at Williams. The assailant then fled the bank.
Fort Worth Police Chief Neil Noakes expressed his thoughts on the incident, stating, “Looking at what actually happened, we can speculate that the suspect was there to rob the bank. He saw the deputy as a threat and wanted to take him out first before carrying out his robbery plan. However, little did he know that he had encountered a deputy who wouldn’t go down so easily.”
The police were able to apprehend Williams a few hours later. Meanwhile, Deputy Brent Brown is currently receiving treatment at the hospital following the incident, which took place on November 27. Fortunately, he is expected to make a full recovery.
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Williams is now facing charges of attempted capital murder for his actions inside the bank.
The release of the surveillance footage has provided crucial evidence for the ongoing investigation. The Fort Worth Police Department is working diligently to gather all necessary evidence and ensure a thorough examination of the incident.
The incident serves as a reminder of the dangers faced by law enforcement officers, even when they are off-duty. The bravery and resilience displayed by Deputy Brent Brown in the face of danger are commendable, and the Fort Worth community stands in support of him during his recovery.
