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Sidney T. Richardson IV
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Gender
Male
Age
48 yrs
Nationality
United States
Marital Status
Unknown
Date of Death
02/10/2018
Location
1800 block Marvy Ave Tampa FL 33612 Hillsborough
Cause of Death
Deadly force
Police responded to a call about a man threatening his 17-year-old female cousin with a machete. Upon arrival, officers found Sidney Richardson. The officers ordered Richardson to drop his machete. When he refused, an officer shocked him with a Taser, but Richardson still didn't drop the knife. In fear for their safety, one of the officers shot and killed Richardson.
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Alleged Responsible Party
Tampa Police Department
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National Anthem
United States