Suspect rushes California Cop with shovel
This compilation of dashcam and bodycam footage comes from Anaheim, California, where police received reports of a man unknown to the area, potentially under the influence of drugs, was exhibiting suspicious behavior. Reports at different times indicated the man was in possession of a broken brick and shovel. When the officer made contact with the suspect, the shovel-wielding suspect charged immediately, swinging at the car first. Despite warnings that he would be shot, the suspect rushed the officer with the shovel, forcing an officer involved shooting. Viewer discretion is advised. The suspect, later identified as Rudy Martinez II, 36 years of age, had been spotted loitering near private residences and a school. When the officer made contact, Martinez repeatedly swung the shovel in overhead swings at the car, and then the officer. The Anaheim officer shot five times, dropping Martinez. Although aid by both the police and Anaheim Fire/Rescue was rendered, Martinez succumbed to his wounds at an area hospital. From first to last, the officer appears equal parts shocked and dismayed that Martinez forced his hand.
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