Phoenix Police shoot knife-wielding suspect mid chase

This bodycam footage dated 26 June 2026, along with the accompanying 911 call, documents police in Phoenix, Arizona, responding to a suspect with a knife who had attempted to stab someone during an altercation. When they arrived, they began to speak to a witness, at which point the suspect charged, knife in-hand, at another person in the driveway. Having shown the means, opportunity, intent, and behaving in a way that could not be misinterpreted, the suspect forced the police to use deadly force. Although aid was rendered on-scene and the suspect was transported to an area hospital, they were ultimately declared deceased. Viewer discretion is advised.

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