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Paul E. Lewis
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Gender
Male
Age
46 yrs
Nationality
United States
Marital Status
Unknown
Date of Death
01/12/2007
Location
157 Ruth St. Ozark MO 65721 Christian
Cause of Death
Deadly force
Three deputies shot Paul E. Lewis nine times after he allegedly refused to drop a handgun. The deputies had responded to a call about a despondent man threatening to kill himself and others. When deputies arrived, they reportedly heard what sounded like two gunshots from inside the house. Lewis then allegedly came outside holding a gun and raised it. The deputies opened fire, killing Lewis.
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Alleged Responsible Party
Christian County Sheriff's Office
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