Donald Pederson
Donald Pederson's death followed an encounter with law enforcement on February 22, 2012, in Stillwater, Minnesota. He was 79 years old when he died.

Gender:

Male

Race:

White

Ethnicity:

Not Hispanic


Reason for initiating the encounter:

Violent disturbance of the peace (threatening to harm others)

Types of force and restraint used:

  • Taser or Conducted Energy Weapon (CEW) - darts
  • Handcuffs

Agencies involved in force:

  • Stillwater Police Department

Manner of death:

Homicide

Cause of death:

1: complications of left hip fracture, operated 2: fall after use of conducted energy device by law enforcement

Agency responsible:

Midwest Medical Examiner's Office

Data fields are based on primary documentation including reports from law enforcement, prosecutors and medical officials, video from police or bystanders, expert reports, and court records such as sworn testimony.

Lethal Restraint
An investigation documenting police use of force