On June 29, 2017, Officer Carns executed a precision immobilization technique (PIT) maneuver to stop a vehicle occupied by Marta Sanchez, Stephanie Lopez, and Dominic Martinez. Following the maneuver, he fired multiple shots into the vehicle without giving a warning and without being in imminent danger. This resulted in severe injuries to the occupants, including the death of Stephanie Lopez. A civil rights lawsuit was filed against Officer Carns and other officers involved, alleging excessive force and constitutional violations. The incident brought attention to the department’s use-of-force practices and training protocols. ([casetext.com](https://casetext.com/case/sanchez-v-city-of-littleton?utm_source=openai))
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