This is the heart-stopping bodycam footage that’s left the internet divided.
A woman has been shot dead by police after she allegedly charged at officers with a knife in Morris, Illinois – and the shocking moment was all caught on tape.
From Calm To Chaos In Seconds
On September 29, 2023, what started as a seemingly routine call for police turned into a life-or-death showdown outside an apartment block. Officers can be heard shouting “drop the knife!” as the woman slowly emerged.
But instead of backing down, she moved toward them – weapon in hand.
The Split-Second Decision
With just metres between them, the officers had a fraction of a second to decide: back off and risk being stabbed, or pull the trigger.
The footage shows the moment they fired. The woman crumpled to the ground in front of stunned neighbors.
Neighbors In Shock
Residents of the apartment complex watched in horror as the drama unfolded. One described it as “like something out of a movie” – only this time, the ending was tragically real.
Internet Reacts: Heroic Or Heavy-Handed?
The video has already blown up online, sparking fierce debate.
- Some argue the officers had no choice: “You can’t bring a knife to cops and expect to live,” one viewer posted.
- Others slammed the response, saying police should have used tasers or pepper spray first.
Official Investigation Underway
Authorities have confirmed the woman died at the scene. As with all officer-involved shootings, an investigation is now underway to determine whether lethal force was justified.
But one thing’s for sure — this footage is as raw and intense as it gets.
