Anchorage police have shot their sixth person in three months, a 16-year-old girl

Anchorage police shot and killed a 16-year-old girl who was armed with a knife during a disturbance between family members. This incident marked the sixth officer-involved shooting by the Anchorage Police in three months, with four out of the six people shot dying. The department gave some commands to the girl, but she approached officers with the knife in hand, leading to one officer firing multiple rounds and another using a less lethal projectile. The teenager was taken to the hospital and later died from her injuries. The girl, identified as Easter Leafa, had just celebrated her sweet 16th birthday. Her family is seeking justice and demanding answers, including the release of the full police body camera footage. Police Chief Sean Case described the incident as tragic and stated that they strive to protect human life. The department is committed to reviewing their trainings, tactics, and supervision to prevent future officer-involved shootings. The shooting has sparked outrage and calls for accountability from the community, with a second press conference scheduled to provide updates on the case.朗

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