Everett Howard, 18

Cincinnati, Ohio
August 06, 2011

Agencies: University of Cincinnati Police Ohio

Cause of death: Taser


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Last updated: almost 6 years ago

Overview

Death of college student from cardiac arrest after being shot in the chest with a Taser weapon by a University of Cincinnati police officer; Arbitrary Punishment/Killing, Extra Judicial Punishment/Killing, Torture

Legal Action

The family of a University of Cincinnati student who died after a Taser was used on him during an incident with campus police was awarded $2 million by the school as part of a settlement.

Community and Family Efforts

August 2012 One year vigil

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