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Frank Elfgen
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Gender
Male
Age
50 yrs
Nationality
United States
Marital Status
Unknown
Date of Death
02/25/2007
Location
1607 W. 6th St. Davenport IA 52802 Scott
Cause of Death
Deadly force
Officer Jason Ellerbach responded after Frank Elfgen's roommate said Elfgen was threatening suicide at around 9 p.m. The power was reportedly out when Ellerbach arrived and found Elfgen on the bedroom floor with a knife. Ellerbach called for backup and six officers arrived. According to police, officer Jonathan Tatum unsuccessfully tried to Taser Elfgen before he allegedly swiped at officer William Hurt with the knife, then charged at Ellerbach. Ellerbach and Hurt each shot Elfgen twice.
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Alleged Responsible Party
Davenport Police Department
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National Anthem
United States