Bodycam Footage Released of Tragic Domestic Incident in Illinois

Authorities in Illinois have made public edited bodycam footage from a tragic domestic incident that took place in March. This incident started with a violent knifing and culminated in the police shooting the 57-year-old suspect, Anthony George, while he was holding a 4-year-old boy, Terrell, as a shield.

The video, accompanied by a content warning, was released following an investigation by the Illinois State Police and a review from the McDonough County State’s Attorney, who determined that no criminal charges would be brought against the officers involved. The tragic events occurred on March 16, at approximately 10:15 p.m., when Lt. Nick Goc and Officer Korri Cameron responded to a call about a domestic disturbance at an apartment complex.

In the footage, the scene shows blood on the walls and the distressed cries of the victim, Keianna Miller, who was stabbed multiple times by her ex-boyfriend. As the officers force their way into the apartment, they find Miller injured and begging for help while George, armed with a knife and holding Terrell, threatens their lives.

After George refuses to comply with orders to drop his weapons, Lt. Goc made the decision to fire his weapon, resulting in the tragic deaths of both Terrell and George. In the aftermath, Miller expressed her belief that the police could have utilized non-lethal options instead of firing their weapons. She is currently seeking legal action against the police department, as she continues to grapple with the devastating loss of her son. The Macomb Police Department has stated that the decision to release the footage reflects their commitment to transparency amidst the ongoing mourning for the families impacted by the incident.