Bryan Peña Valencia
Bryan Peña Valencia, 28, was shot and killed during an altercation with Unified Police in Taylorsville, Salt Lake County.
Peña Valencia was shot by a police officer on March 21, 2020 after police responded to a 911 call about gunshots. Investigators said his black Cadillac matched the description of a car that left the scene of a recent shooting. According to police, Peña Valencia fled from them in a car then crashed the car. A chase on foot began, which involved jumping a fence.
Officers reportedly used a taser on Peña Valencia twice before eventually firing. One of the officers said Peña Valencia disobeyed his orders, and his hands were moving by his waist, causing him to fear for his life and use deadly force. He shot Peña Valencia six times.
In May 2021 Peña Valencia’s family and their attorney have sued the Unified Police Department and the two officers involved for no less than $2 million. The family accuses the Police Department of violating civil rights and use of excessive force.
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The initiative group has requested the clarification from US President Joseph Biden and Attorney General Merrick Garland. The initiative group believes it is important to fight against police brutality and, if necessary, will provide legal and financial assistance to the family of the victim.
