Chanell Brown was 23 when she was killed on October 27, 2019, during a violent confrontation in Carmichael, California. Released footage shows Easterling kicking in a door while holding Brown with one hand and a gun in the other; Brown warned others to lock their doors. Deputies from the Sacramento County Sheriff’s Department arrived shortly after and, after Easterling fired several rounds that killed Brown, the deputies shot and killed Easterling.

Brown’s family described her as angelic, full of life and selfless, saying she sacrificed herself to save others. They have used the case to raise awareness about domestic violence. Investigators identified Easterling as the sole suspect; no additional arrests were made and the matter was closed after both Brown and Easterling died.

If anyone knew Chanell or witnessed the confrontation that night, please share information that could help others understand what happened.