Jacob Bauer
Jacob Bauer's death followed an encounter with law enforcement on August 1, 2018, in Pleasanton, California. He was 38 years old when he died.

Gender:

Male

Race:

White


Reason for initiating the encounter:

Nonviolent disturbance of the peace

Types of force and restraint used:

  • Taser or Conducted Energy Weapon (CEW) - darts
  • Taser or Conducted Energy Weapon (CEW) - drive-stun
  • Punched
  • Take-down
  • Struck with baton or other object
  • Handcuffs
  • Prone position - with officer bodyweight or pressure
  • Chemical restraint (sedative)
  • Spit hood
  • WRAP device

Agencies involved in force:

  • Pleasanton Police Department

Manner of death:

Accidental

Cause of death:

Acute methamphetamine toxicity

Agency responsible:

Alameda County Sheriff-Coroner

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