EspañolHayward Police Department Involved In Fatal Shooting of Antonio Lacunas-Escobar Near Safeway on City Center Drive
HAYWARD, CALIFORNIA (October 14, 2023) – A man identified as Antonio Lacunas-Escobar has died in a Hayward police shooting near a Safeway by City Center Drive.
Alameda County officials are saying that the incident took place around 9:40 p.m. on September 6. Hayward police received a report of a suspect trying to shoplift from a Safeway.
Officers were called to the scene and encountered Antonio Lacunas-Escobar. Police said that the suspect was uncooperative before an officer involved shooting took place.
Paramedics were called to the scene in order to help the suspect. Despite life-saving measures, Antonio Lacunas-Escobar later died due to his injuries.
Hayward police said that the suspect had a bb gun on him at the time of a shooting. A full investigation remains ongoing at this time.
Liability For Hayward Police Shootings
Far too many people are killed or seriously injured every year in police shootings. According to the Public Policy Institute of California, “About 195 people die each year from interactions with California law enforcement. Gunshots are by far the most common cause of death: nearly 250 people are shot by police each year.” Many more people are seriously injured following police encounters. There are a number of measures that police departments should take in order to help prevent police shootings.
- Police officers should be trained to de-escalate encounters.
- Police officers should be trained to use less lethal measures when possible.
- Police officers should request for backup in high risk situations.
A police department could be liable for a shooting if one of their officers used excessive force. According to California Penal Code 835a. (1), the authority to use physical force by police officers is a serious responsibility and shall be used judiciously with respect to human dignity and sanctity of human life. All people in California have the right to be free of excessive force that is carried out under the color of law. Victims of police shootings tend to suffer very serious injuries including:
- Broken bones
- Head injuries
- Lacerations
- Spinal cord injuries
- Death
Whether or not a police officer’s use of force was reasonable will depend on their actions leading up to a shooting. Many police shootings involve officers that fail to follow department policies. The family of any person that died in a police shooting may be able to seek some measure of justice through a constitutional claim. A civil rights attorney can examine all of the unique facts of your case and let you know what your legal options are.
Getting Legal Help After Hayward Police Shootings
We at the Carrillo Law Firm, LLP extend our deepest condolences to the family of Antonio Lacunas-Escobar. Any person that may have more information about what happened should reach out to investigators. There needs to be some accountability for the sake of the victim’s family.
Have you or someone that you care about been harmed due to the excessive force of Hayward police officials? Our team of civil rights advocates are here to help in any way that we can. We care deeply that victims of excessive force are aware of their rights and that police departments are held accountable for their actions. Whether you just have legal questions or need any type of help we are here for you. You can reach out to us anytime at 626-799-9375. Se habla español.
