Video Analysis of LAPD Shooting Knicks Fan's Dog, Jameson
Summary
The Los Angeles Police Department released bodycam footage showing an officer fatally shooting a woman’s dog named Jameson after responding to a noise complaint that turned out to be a false alarm. The incident led to public outrage, an ongoing investigation, and a fundraising campaign to honor the dog.Key Facts
- Police responded to a call about a woman screaming in her apartment, which was later found to be a celebration of the New York Knicks’ NBA championship.
- The dog, Jameson, a 2-year-old Saint Bernard doodle, was wearing a Knicks shirt with his owner, Marseille.
- Officers asked for the dog to be put inside but the dog came out and moved down a hallway toward an officer, who then shot Jameson twice.
- Jameson did not bite anyone and was described by the owner as playful and not aggressive.
- The LAPD has a use-of-force policy for hostile dog encounters that includes non-lethal options before using a firearm.
- The shooting has sparked public outrage and led to a fundraising campaign with over $215,000 raised to date.
- Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass called the footage "disturbing and tragic" and supports a full investigation, which may take up to a year.
- The dog’s family plans to create a nonprofit foundation to help animals in Jameson’s memory.
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