Bodycam: He Charged at Officers With a Bat… and Everything Went Wrong

He Attacked an Officer With a Bat… Seconds Later Everything Changed!

Peoria, Illinois — On August 5, 2025, a routine police response turned into an unexpected confrontation that unfolded in seconds. Officers were dispatched to Glen Oak Avenue after multiple 911 callers reported a suspicious man swinging a wooden bat and acting aggressively near traffic and pedestrians.

When officers arrived, they encountered 41-year-old Brandon Lewis, who was visibly agitated. As they attempted to speak with him, Lewis suddenly swung the bat and struck one of the officers without warning. What happened next forced officers to react instantly. One officer fired a single shot while another deployed a Taser as Lewis attempted to flee. Moments later, he collapsed, was handcuffed, and officers immediately transitioned to providing medical care.

Despite their efforts, Lewis was pronounced deceased on the scene. According to preliminary autopsy findings, the cause of death was a gunshot wound to the abdomen. The case is currently under active investigation as officials review officer actions, bodycam footage, and witness statements.

This video shows the real bodycam footage, breaking down the timeline, the officers’ split-second decisions, and how a simple response call escalated in moments. Viewer discretion is advised.


⚠️Disclaimer:

This video contains real police bodycam footage for educational, informational, and documentary purposes only.
It is not intended to glorify violence or target any individual or group.
All footage is used under Fair Use, focusing on public safety, law-enforcement training, critical analysis, and transparent reporting.
Sensitive viewers are advised to proceed with caution.
This video may include graphic scenes involving law enforcement encounters.



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