Body camera footage captures the events leading up to Damon Lamarr Johnson's death after he was restrained by police in his North Portland apartment. Officers responded to reports of erratic behavior and found Johnson in the midst of a disturbance. After struggling for several minutes during the handcuffing process, Johnson became unresponsive and later died at a hospital. The police officers involved believed Johnson posed a threat to himself or others, prompting their actions. Reports indicated unusual behavior, including flooding his apartment and hanging knives.
Body camera footage reveals the final minutes of Damon Lamarr Johnson's life while he was restrained by officers, showcasing a struggle before he became unresponsive.
Portland Police Chief Bob Day acknowledged the unsettling nature of the footage, which displays Johnson wrestling with officers as they attempted to handcuff him.
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