Bradford Louis Etheredge

Deadly force

Shortly after 1 p.m., Bradford Louis Etheredge was shot after he reportedly stabbed Cpl. Donald Johnson and Officer Brian Strong, who were attempting to stop a conflict between Etheredge and his landlord. Etheredge, who had a history of mental illness, was shot three times in the torso during the struggle at his residence. Etheredge died at an area hospital. Both officers were reported to be in good condition upon arrival at a local hospital. The officers were cleared after an internal investigation.