Juan Carrizales
Juan Carrizales's death followed an encounter with law enforcement on July 4, 2015, in Garland, Texas. He was 34 years old when he died.

Gender:

Male

Ethnicity:

Hispanic


Reason for initiating the encounter:

Violent disturbance of the peace (threatening to harm others)

Types of force and restraint used:

  • Handcuffs
  • Chemical restraint (sedative)
  • Other
  • Take-down

Agencies involved in force:

  • Garland Police Department

Manner of death:

Accidental

Cause of death:

Toxic effects of cocaine and ketamine

Agency responsible:

Southwestern Institute of Forensic Sciences

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