Anthony Skyles, 34, died on June 15, 2014, in Altamonte Springs, Florida, after being shot by Officer Matthew Fowler. Anthony’s wife called for help when he exhibited suicidal behavior and held a knife to his throat; the Seminole County Fire Department alerted Altamonte Springs Police and Fowler was dispatched. Four rounds struck Anthony, who died at the scene.

Anthony’s widow, Jennifer Skyles, filed a civil rights lawsuit against Officer Fowler, Altamonte Springs Police Chief Michael McCoy, and the City of Altamonte Springs asserting unreasonable seizure and excessive force under 42 U.S.C. § 1983, plus state-law claims including wrongful death and negligent hiring and supervision. The Florida Department of Law Enforcement investigated the shooting and Fowler was placed on administrative leave. The case raises questions about police response to mental-health crises and the decision to use lethal force when a person is reportedly attempting to relinquish a weapon.

Did anyone witness the moments before the shooting or have information about Anthony’s prior interactions with police?