New Video Challenges SFPD Version Of Fatal Pursuit

San Francisco officials say officers lied, used excessive force in deadly pursuit

New video released by the San Francisco Public Defender's Office shows the moments leading up to a deadly police pursuit that left 56-year-old Edwin Adams dead. The office accuses officers of excessive force and lying about how the chase played out, claiming an officer tried to tackle Adams off his scooter.

New Video Challenges SFPD Version Of Fatal Pursuit

Public defenders seek an investigation and officer discipline after a man died after being pursued by San Francisco police.

Video Raises More Questions About SFPD Pursuit That Ended With Fatal Scooter Crash

Newly released video footage appears to show a San Francisco police officer making physical contact with a fleeing suspect before the suspect fatally crashed into a bus shelter in SoMa.

SFPD officer lunged at scooter-rider seconds before fatal crash

SFPD’s initial statement omitted any mention of officer involvement in death of Edwin Adams during October police chase Video: SFPD officer lunged at scooter-rider seconds before fatal crash

Public defender blames police pursuit for deadly scooter crash in San Francisco

The San Francisco Public Defender’s Office claimed police crossed the line in a chase in October and likely costed a man his life.

New video shows officer appearing to make contact with man before fatal scooter crash

Police said Edwin Michael Adams died after hitting a bus stop, but video obtained by the public defender’s office shows an officer tackling him.