Videos tagged with Lafayette Police Department

This video details a 2019 friendly fire incident involving the Lafayette Police Department in Indiana. While searching a residence for a fugitive, officers encountered an aggressive Rottweiler that began breaking free from its cage. Officer Aaron Wright, positioned near the cage, discharged his service weapon when the dog became agitated. The round penetrated the front door, striking Officer Lane Butler in the shoulder. Officer Butler survived the incident. The Lafayette Police Chief stated the discharge was accidental and not negligent, resulting in no disciplinary action for Officer Wright. The incident highlights the unpredictable nature of law enforcement calls and the dangers posed by both suspects and animals.