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Michael L. Darnaby

United States · Aged 21 · Died 03/19/2001
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Deputy Adam Brannin shot Michael L. Darnaby after he allegedly threatened Brannin with a sawed-off shotgun during a routine traffic stop. According to police, Brannin had stopped Darnaby's car for a traffic violation and discovered he was wanted for a parole violation. As Brannin tried to arrest Darnaby, a fight allegedly occurred and Darnaby pulled a gun. Brannin fired two shots, and Darnaby died at a hospital.

Alleged responsible partyCherokee County Sheriff's OfficeReported by the cited sources. “Alleged” is used pending verification.

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