Preparedness
Unveiled Footage Stirs Debate: Amber Alert Teen, Her Abductor Killed by Police
In a revelation that has sent shockwaves across California, new audio and video evidence has uncovered the unsettling truth about a tragic incident that occurred in September 2022. A 15-year-old girl at the center of an Amber Alert ended up losing her life, not due to the criminal actions of her kidnapper, but from gunfire by the very officers tasked with her rescue.
The traumatic sequence of events began when Anthony Graziano, aged 45, allegedly kidnapped his daughter, Savannah Graziano, after murdering her mother, Tracy Martinez. The next day, a high-speed police chase ensued along the I-15 highway after the authorities identified Graziano’s vehicle.
Upon reaching Hesperia, California, near Victorville, Graziano’s immobilized truck finally came to a halt on the shoulder of the interstate. The police surrounded the vehicle with Graziano in the driver seat and Savannah on the passenger side.
Savannah then got out of the truck, reportedly dressed in tactical gear but apparently unarmed. As she was heading toward the police, the site was filled with the sound of gunfire once again. Both father and daughter were fatally wounded.
Initial reports presented by San Bernardino Sheriff Shannon Dicus revealed that shots were fired from inside Graziano’s truck during the standoff, with “several rounds” piercing “the windshield of the patrol unit.” Further, speculative suggestions were raised on whether Savannah herself fired at the police officers or whether the officers acted in self-defense.
The case took a surprising turn 18 months post the incident when San Bernardino Sheriff’s Department released police audio and video footage of the shooting. This evidence confirmed the unfortunate truth – it was indeed police gunfire that led to Savannah’s untimely death. However, the exact circumstances surrounding the incident are still under review.
The helicopter footage shows an officer stating over the radio that shots were fired as the truck halted. Moments later, Savannah is seen exiting the vehicle, walking towards the police, and collapsing after being hit by at least one bullet.
An officer’s exclamation of “Oh, no!” is heard on the recorded footage.
Further audio captured by a ground deputy provides additional insight into the tense moments leading up to the fatal shooting. “Come here! Come here! Come to me! Come to me!” the deputy is heard instructing the ‘passenger’ to exit the vehicle and approach him.
In a matter of seconds, the situation escalates, with the deputy pleading with his fellow officers to stop firing – “Stop! Stop shooting her! He’s in the car! Stop!”. Despite these frantic pleas, it was too late for Savannah. After failed life-saving attempts on the scene, she was rushed to a hospital, only to be pronounced dead upon arrival. It has since been confirmed that both Savannah and her father succumbed to injuries caused by law enforcement gunfire.
The incident is still under investigation by the California Department of Justice and the sheriff’s office, with the identities of the deputies involved being withheld. Authorities maintain that the released video and audio footage are preliminary and the investigation’s progress may alter the current understanding of the incident.
Reflecting on the heartbreaking loss, Savannah’s uncle, CJ Wyatt, expressed his belief that his niece’s death was a tragedy that could have been prevented. Wyatt emphasized the need for improved training to ensure such incidents do not repeat. “There needs to be better training so that unarmed people aren’t killed,” Wyatt urged the Guardian. “Hopefully, this video can be used for training – something has to be done differently. She didn’t have to die”.
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A tragic incident in Michigan has resulted in a teenage boy facing severe charges after allegedly shooting another teen and fatally wounding the teen’s mother, who was trying to protect her son.
Anthony Deshawn Sneed, 15, is being charged as an adult with multiple serious offenses stemming from the incident that occurred on September 4th in Clinton Township.
The charges against Sneed include felony murder as a juvenile defendant, second-degree murder, assault with intent to murder, armed robbery, and four counts of felony firearm possession.
According to the Wayne County Prosecutor’s Office, the conflict began when Sneed got into a fight with the son of Tanseen Sherrod.
During the altercation, Sneed allegedly stole a handgun from the other teen.
When Sherrod attempted to intervene in hopes of calming the situation, she was tragically shot by Sneed, authorities reported.
Details surrounding the exact nature of the fatal confrontation have not been made public.
The other teen involved in the incident was also shot and sustained critical injuries, though his current condition has not been disclosed.
Following the shooting, Sneed fled the scene but turned himself in to Detroit authorities the following day.
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An Arizona man has been charged with the murder of his childhood friend after the headless body of Alijah Bradley was discovered in the desert. The remains of the 24-year-old were found near Gila Bend, just days after his family had reported him missing.
Samuel Bush, 23, faces charges of second-degree intentional murder and concealing a body, with the charges being filed on September 4.
Bradley’s family was left puzzled over the motive behind the murder. A relative, who wished to remain anonymous, expressed their confusion to local news outlets KPHO and KTVK, stating, “We honestly don’t know. He was Sam’s best friend. He was Sam’s only friend.”
The family had reported Bradley missing on August 15 after he failed to show up for work and his mother had not heard from him. Bush had initially told the family he was unaware of Bradley’s whereabouts.
Using GPS coordinates, Bradley’s car was tracked to a remote desert location. On August 19, police found both the car and Bradley’s remains.
Authorities revealed that Bradley’s body had been dismembered, and confirmed that all parts of his remains had been recovered. The Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office has yet to comment on a potential motive for the crime.
Bradley’s aunt, Melissa McNeal, shared her sorrow with ABC15, stating, “It’s devastating. He was just beginning his adulthood.” She added, “I don’t feel a relief or anything because – it doesn’t bring him back. It doesn’t fix anything.”
Bradley’s mother, who chose not to be named, committed herself to seeking justice for her son, saying, “I’m committing my life to obtaining justice for my son.”
Bradley was a Northern Arizona University graduate and had recently celebrated his birthday. A fundraising page set up for his family described him as being “known for his free spirit and wild soul.”
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A California family experienced a terrifying ordeal during their Labor Day picnic when their 5-year-old son was attacked by a mountain lion. The incident occurred just before 4:30 p.m. on Sunday at the Tapia Day Use Area of Malibu State Creek Park in Calabasas, as reported by the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Office.
The boy’s family and several other adults and children were enjoying their time when the mountain lion suddenly grabbed the child by the head and began to run.
“Somebody screamed the baby’s name, and his dad started running,” the boy’s aunt recounted.
“The father grabbed the mountain lion with his hands, and he just fought. Then the mountain lion let go.”
The dramatic rescue unfolded in front of about 40 onlookers, some of whom noted that the mountain lion appeared completely unafraid during the attack.
Male mountain lions can weigh up to 150 pounds and measure up to 8 feet in length, making the father’s actions even more heroic.
The boy was promptly airlifted to Northridge Hospital Medical Center with non-life-threatening injuries. He was released later that Sunday but had to return to the hospital on Monday due to complications involving his eyes.
Upon arrival at the scene, California State Park rangers and California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) officers found the mountain lion crouched in a tree near the picnic area.
The animal was deemed a threat to public safety and was euthanized by a ranger.
Wildlife officers collected evidence from the boy’s injuries, including DNA swabs from the bite marks, which were matched to the mountain lion.
“CDFW and State Park officials are thankful that the family is safe, and the child is recovering and no one else was injured,” the CDFW stated.
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Jake
June 10, 2024 at 12:04 pm
There are already laws in place to protect the public and law enforcement. Police need to follow the law and use deadly force only when perceived, by a reasonable person, to be facing an imminent threat to life or serious injury to self or others. These reasonable conclusions will sometimes be wrong.
Richard
June 10, 2024 at 2:16 pm
All responses should put the safety of minors before the use of deadly force!
Thomas Beardslee
June 10, 2024 at 5:14 pm
Political interference in law enforcement training, by governors and Attorneys General are the cause of such sad outcomes to tactical situations. Use of force protocalls for such instances have long stood the test of time until interfered with by some politician with a political agenda.
Stan
June 10, 2024 at 7:51 pm
Non lethal in this situation probably won’t penetrate the windows and windshields I’m guessing ? However maybe they need more training and more target practice !? Why would they shoot the whole truck up?! They were after him not her !??!
Stephen Carl Kirtland
June 11, 2024 at 1:33 am
Arm chair warriors don’t have the pertinent facts to make a decision in the fraction of a second that these situations require. Mistakes should be paid for, though not criminally unless there is reason to believe the officer(s) acted with criminal intent. Instantaneous decisions are often, if not always, required and people, no matter how well trained or experienced make unintended errors. Only courageous people can be expected to bring a succesful end to violent incidents, but they should not be second guessed by people with nothing to lose by being wrong. No might have beens, should have beens, or could have beens matter in the moment. The time for learning and teaching is not in that moment. Hope is truthfully the only useful emotion when the SHTF.