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Chelsae L. Clevenger-Kirk

United States · Aged 29 · Died 11/06/2021
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How they died

Deadly force

An officer attempted to pull Chelsae Clevenger-Kirk over while riding her motorcycle as she wasn't wearing a helmet and her bike did not have tags. She reportedly refused to stop and continued to her home and went inside. The officer attempted to make contact with Clevenger-Kirk and was unable. While walking back to his patrol car, the officer reportedly heard shots fired in the residence. A standoff began, and Clevenger-Kirk reportedly set fire to her home. Clevenger-Kirk eventually exited her home, allegedly holding a gun. Police shot and killed her. Family members were started by tear gas canisters police fired into the home.

Alleged responsible partyBedford County Sheriff's Office, Virginia State Police, Department of Wildlife ResourcesReported by the cited sources. “Alleged” is used pending verification.

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