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James Ransom
United States · Aged 55 · Died 04/23/2014
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Ransom was a mentally ill veteran who called the VA to report he was suicidal. The VA called police requesting a welfare check. In the meantime, Ransom also called 911. When a police officer arrived, Ransom was standing in the front yard with an assault rifle. He refused to put the weapon down and advanced, so the police officer opened fire, killing him. Local police were very familiar with Ransom. Incident is being investigated by State Bureau of Investigation.
Alleged responsible partySurry County Sheriff's OfficeReported by the cited sources. “Alleged” is used pending verification.
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