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Eddie Velazquez
United States · Aged 29 · Died 12/23/2011
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As part of a drug sweep, NJ trooper encountered Velazquez in his other. Police allege Velazquez put the other in reverse and struck the trooper, who was also briefly dragged. The two then scuffled before Velazquez was shot. Police report Velazquez had a loaded gun in his sweatshirt but no proof it was used.
Alleged responsible partyNew Jersey State PoliceReported by the cited sources. “Alleged” is used pending verification.
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