On July 7, 2022, Officer Drew Lawrence shot Taneysha Carter, who was experiencing a health crisis and sought assistance by following his patrol car. After leading her to the Mesa Police Department’s gated parking area, Lawrence fired multiple shots at Carter, hitting her twice in the back as she attempted to flee. Carter filed a lawsuit alleging excessive force and violation of her civil rights. ([phoenixnewtimes.com](https://www.phoenixnewtimes.com/news/mesa-police-sued-for-killing-man-shooting-woman-in-back-18802128?utm_source=openai))
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