David Latham
Male, Black
Date of the incident: 6/6/2014
Norfolk, Norfolk, VA
400 West 30th St.
400 West 30th St.
On Friday night, family friend Michael Muhammad said Latham was arguing with his brother at the house. His mother called 911, and according to family members and Muhammad, she reported Latham was ill and needed help. Family members said one of the children in the house also called 911 and asked police dispatchers to “hurry up.” Family members said Latham answered the door when police arrived. They said Latham wouldn't drop the knife, however, he did not threaten the officer. Latham was shot at least three times while in the doorway, according to the family. They also said he was shot once when he was on the ground.