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Michael Palomino Jr.
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Gender
Male
Age
28 yrs
Nationality
United States
Marital Status
Unknown
Date of Death
05/10/2011
Location
W Glenn Dr & N 53rd Ave Glendale AZ 85301 Maricopa
Cause of Death
Deadly force
Officers Eric Hardt and Kory Rafferty made a traffic stop on Michael Palomino Jr. after he ran a stop sign while riding his bike near 53rd Avenue and Glenn Drive. Palomino fled on foot and a short pursuit ensued, officers caught up and a fight took place. Police say that's when Palomino pulled out a gun and pointed it at Hardt. Rafferty fired his service weapon multiple times, killing Palomino.
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Alleged Responsible Party
Glendale Police Department
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National Anthem
United States