Darick Napper, 34
Washington, District of Columbia
November 19, 2015
Agencies: Metropolitan Police Department District of Columbia
Cause of death: Not Yet Known
Last updated: almost 6 years ago
Overview 
According to police, Darick Napper, 34, was shot after he charged at a sixth-district officer with a large hunting knife. The officer fired once at Napper and hit him. Napper was transported to a local hospital where he succumbed to his injuries.
Legal Action
On June 24, 2016, federal prosecutors indicated that they would not pursue charges against the officers in this case. Prosecutors said they found insufficient evidence to prove beyond a reasonable doubt that the officer used excessive force under the circumstances.
Additional Resources:
- https://www.washingtonpost.com/local/public-safety/dc-cop-wont-face-charges-for-fatally-shooting-man-who-had-knife-brass-knuckles/2016/06/24/cae2edf6-3a23-11e6-8f7c-d4c723a2becb_story.html added June 25, 2016 15:31
- http://www.wusa9.com/story/news/local/dc/2015/11/19/police-shooting-reported-northeast-dc/76057818/ added December 10, 2015 10:10