Fairfax Officer Shoots Woman During Welfare Check
Fairfax Officer Shoots Woman During Welfare Check

Fairfax Officer Shoots Woman During Welfare Check

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On September 16, 2024, Sydney Wilson, 33, was shot and killed by Fairfax County officer Peter Liu during a welfare check at her apartment in Reston, Virginia. Bodycam footage shows Wilson, after initially closing the door, emerging with a knife and charging at Officer Liu, who tried to de-escalate the situation by telling her to 'back up.' Despite Liu's attempts to retreat and warning her, Wilson allegedly slashed at him, resulting in non-life-threatening injuries to his forehead. Liu then discharged his weapon, hitting Wilson three times before she collapsed; she was later pronounced dead at the hospital. Police Chief Kevin Davis emphasized that the officer acted in accordance with his training and that any loss of life is mourned, acknowledging the grief of Wilson's family. An investigation into the use of force is ongoing, and the incident has drawn significant public attention.

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