Police Shooting in Frisco
Frisco police shot and killed a 31-year-old man on Thursday morning while responding to a welfare call, according to a news release from the department.
Police said officers responded to a welfare concern in the 8000 block of McKinney Road at around 9:50 a.m. The person who reported the incident said a man was armed with a knife and had already harmed himself, according to the release.
Incident Details
Officers located the man in a wooded area on the north side of Frisco Commons Park. When police made contact with him, the man, who has been identified as Logan Holliday of Frisco, approached the police with a knife in his hand, police said.
Holliday allegedly continued advancing after officers gave him verbal commands and used a “less-lethal force option.”
Use of Force
“Fearing for their lives, the officers were forced to fire their duty weapons to stop him,” the release said.
Authorities said they administered lifesaving measures on scene and transported Holliday to a local hospital, where he was pronounced dead.
Investigation
Per Frisco Police policy, the shooting was referred to the Texas Rangers, which is now investigating the Thursday incident, according to the release.
Previous Incidents
This is not the first fatal shooting this year for the Frisco Police Department.
In March, another man was shot and killed by Frisco police at a home inside a gated community. He was allegedly pointing a gun at an officer who was trying to serve two arrest warrants.
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What Happens Next
The investigation into the shooting is ongoing, and more information is expected to be released in the coming days.
Conclusion
The incident highlights the complexities and challenges faced by law enforcement officers in their daily duties. The use of force by police officers is a serious matter that requires careful consideration and investigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What happened in Frisco on Thursday morning?
A: Frisco police shot and killed a 31-year-old man while responding to a welfare call. The man was armed with a knife and had already harmed himself.
Q: Who is investigating the incident?
A: The Texas Rangers are investigating the incident, as per Frisco Police policy.
Q: Has this happened before in Frisco?
A: Yes, this is not the first fatal shooting this year for the Frisco Police Department. In March, another man was shot and killed by Frisco police at a home inside a gated community.
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