The officer's attorney and the San Leandro Police Officers Association did not immediately respond to CNN's requests for comment. "Officer Fletcher told Mr. Taylor to 'drop the bat man, drop the bat,'" the probable cause declaration states. "Officer Fletcher shot Mr. Taylor with his taser as he advanced towards Mr. Taylor. Officer Fletcher tased Mr. Taylor again, and Mr. Taylor clearly experienced the shock of the taser as he was leaning forward over his feet and stumbling forward. "Defendant Fletcher shot Mr. Taylor in the chest just as (a) backup Officer ... arrived in the store."

Source: CNN September 03, 2020 15:28 UTC