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Oscar Ruiz
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Gender
Male
Age
44 yrs
Nationality
United States
Marital Status
Unknown
Date of Death
08/15/2015
Location
12701 Schabarum Ave Irwindale CA 91706 Los Angeles
Cause of Death
Less-than-lethal force
Ruiz became unresponsive after being shocked with a Taser and handcuffed, according to authorities. He had been pursued and intercepted by officers after allegedly stealing a large flagpole and swinging it at motorists and passersby.
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Alleged Responsible Party
Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, Baldwin Park Police Department
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