FORT DODGE, Iowa — Fort Dodge police have identified the four officers involved in the fatal shooting of an armed man last weekend.
Ofc. Nicholas Ruggles, Sgt. Matthew Webb, Ofc. Andrew Lane and Ofc. Matthew English are all on "critical incident leave" while the Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) investigates the death of 24-year-old Tyler Stansberry.
Stansberry was allegedly "exhibiting out of control behavior" and injuring a dog at a home on 4th Avenue South around 8:40 a.m. on March 16, prompting several reports to Fort Dodge police.
When officers arrived at the scene, they learned Stansberry had an active warrant for violation of probation with an original charge of domestic abuse.
Officers say they entered the home and found Stansberry holding two knives. He then allegedly ran toward the officers, leading one officer to shoot and kill him.
Several external agencies were immediately notified following the incident, including the DCI.
In the department's original press release, Fort Dodge police said they are "fully cooperating" with Iowa DCI's investigation, writing in part:
"The Fort Dodge Police Department acknowledges the gravity of this incident and recognizes its impact on the community. We extend our deepest sympathies to all affected parties during this difficult time. We reaffirm our commitment to transparency and accountability in all of our actions."
At this time, it is currently unclear which of the four officers shot Stansberry.
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