Lebarron Ballard, 28

Abilene, Texas
March 18, 2020

Agencies: Abilene Police Department - Texas

Cause of death: Shooting


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Last updated: almost 4 years ago

Overview

Lebarron Ballard, 28 was shot and killed by Abilene police officers after police say he attacked them with knife.

According to police, Ballard stole a can of beer early Wednesday morning from a convenience store in the 2400 block of South 1st Street.

Police tased him after a short foot chase.

Ballard was then shot when police say he attacked two officers with a knife.

The officers remain at home, recovering from significant injuries.