Friend of deadly police shooting suspect says he was troubled
TACOMA, Wash. -- As they continue their investigation into what led up to the shooting of veteran police officer Reginald Jake Gutierrez, we’re learning more about the suspect himself.While court documents show one side of shooting suspect Bruce Johnson II, those who knew him offer a different perspective.A former co-worker, Jason Fleming, says friends and family called Johnson, Zeus.“We had a lot of deep conversations, he was really deep in thought, read a lot of books, loved his family, loved his kids, loved his wife,” said Fleming.So did family pastor Gregory Christopher.“Seemed to be a happy go family,” said Christopher. “So what went wrong, we don’t know.”Fleming and Johnson worked as barbers at Tacoma Mall last year.Fleming says Johnson was trying to overcome personal struggles in his life, including the arrest in 2015 after an incident at this medical marijuana shop on South Union Avenue.According to court documents, Johnson argued with employees, showed off a loaded gun and punched one in the face for denying him marijuana.However, Fleming says Johnson wasn’t an angry man but a troubled one.“I believe that Zeus suffered from mental illness; I know there were things in his mind that troubled him, but I don’t think he was a bad person,” said Fleming.It’s why he says the story that unfolded here on E. 52nd St.
TACOMA, Wash. -- As they continue their investigation into what led up to the shooting of veteran police officer Reginald Jake Gutierrez, we’re learning more about the suspect himself.While court documents show one side of shooting suspect Bruce Johnson II, those who knew him offer a different perspective.A former co-worker, Jason Fleming, says friends and family called Johnson, Zeus.“We had a lot of deep conversations, he was really deep in thought, read a lot of books, loved his family, loved his kids, loved his wife,” said Fleming.So did family pastor Gregory Christopher.“Seemed to be a happy go family,” said Christopher. “So what went wrong, we don’t know.”Fleming and Johnson worked as barbers at Tacoma Mall last year.Fleming says Johnson was trying to overcome personal struggles in his life, including the arrest in 2015 after an incident at this medical marijuana shop on South Union Avenue.According to court documents, Johnson argued with employees, showed off a loaded gun and punched one in the face for denying him marijuana.However, Fleming says Johnson wasn’t an angry man but a troubled one.“I believe that Zeus suffered from mental illness; I know there were things in his mind that troubled him, but I don’t think he was a bad person,” said Fleming.It’s why he says the story that unfolded here on E. 52nd St.
Two memorial funds set up for Tacoma Officer Reginald "Jake" Gutierrez
A memorial fund has been created for fallen Tacoma Police Officer Reginald "Jake" Gutierrez.
A memorial fund has been created for fallen Tacoma Police Officer Reginald "Jake" Gutierrez.
Pierce Co. Sheriff Paul Pastor says community should be 'outraged' by officer shootings
After the deadly shooting of Tacoma Officer Reginald “Jake” Gutierrez, Pierce County Sheriff Paul Pastor tell us police deaths should provoke outrage.
After the deadly shooting of Tacoma Officer Reginald “Jake” Gutierrez, Pierce County Sheriff Paul Pastor tell us police deaths should provoke outrage.
Man suspected of killing Tacoma police officer was Bruce R. Johnson II
TACOMA, Wash. - The man suspected of killing a Tacoma police officer Wednesday night was Bruce R.
TACOMA, Wash. - The man suspected of killing a Tacoma police officer Wednesday night was Bruce R.
Tacoma Police killer had violent criminal history
Nearly 24-hours after Tacoma Police Officer Reginald “Jake” Guitierrez was gunned down, the neighborhood where it all happened was still swarming with detectives trying to piece together exactly what happened.
Nearly 24-hours after Tacoma Police Officer Reginald “Jake” Guitierrez was gunned down, the neighborhood where it all happened was still swarming with detectives trying to piece together exactly what happened.
Hundreds honor officer Reginald 'Jake' Gutierrez at candlelight vigil
Hundreds of people attended the first of two vigils honoring a Washington state police officer who was slain on duty.
Hundreds of people attended the first of two vigils honoring a Washington state police officer who was slain on duty.
Man who killed Tacoma officer cited in 2015 marijuana dispensary assault
TACOMA, Wash. - The man who killed Tacoma police officer Reginald "Jake" Guitierrez on Wednesday night was punished last year for an assault at a Tacoma marijuana dispensary.Charging documents show Bruce Randell Johnson II was cited for fourth-degree assault and unlawful display of a weapon after a fight with staff at the dispensary.
TACOMA, Wash. - The man who killed Tacoma police officer Reginald "Jake" Guitierrez on Wednesday night was punished last year for an assault at a Tacoma marijuana dispensary.Charging documents show Bruce Randell Johnson II was cited for fourth-degree assault and unlawful display of a weapon after a fight with staff at the dispensary.
Tacoma police identify officer killed in the line of duty as Reginald 'Jake' Gutierrez
TACOMA -- Tacoma police identified the officer killed in the line of duty Wednesday night as Reginald "Jake" Gutierrez.
TACOMA -- Tacoma police identified the officer killed in the line of duty Wednesday night as Reginald "Jake" Gutierrez.
Tacoma police officer shot dead, suspect killed after using kids as shield in standoff
TACOMA -- The suspect accused of shooting and killing a Tacoma police officer was killed early Thursday after a standoff with authorities that lasted for hours, officials said.The officer was identified Thursday afternoon as Reginald "Jake" Gutierrez.A Pierce County sheriff's deputy shot the suspect, who had been using two children as a shield, Detective Ed Troyer said."We didn't want the kids to get hurt on top of everything that happened.
TACOMA -- The suspect accused of shooting and killing a Tacoma police officer was killed early Thursday after a standoff with authorities that lasted for hours, officials said.The officer was identified Thursday afternoon as Reginald "Jake" Gutierrez.A Pierce County sheriff's deputy shot the suspect, who had been using two children as a shield, Detective Ed Troyer said."We didn't want the kids to get hurt on top of everything that happened.
Gov. Inslee reacts to Tacoma officer shooting
TACOMA, Wash. -- Governor Jay Insley issued a statement Wednesday night after news that a Tacoma police officer was shot and killed in the line of duty.
TACOMA, Wash. -- Governor Jay Insley issued a statement Wednesday night after news that a Tacoma police officer was shot and killed in the line of duty.
Outpouring of community support after Tacoma police officer killed in line of duty
TACOMA -- Tacoma police said there has been a tremendous showing of community support after one of their officers was killed in the line of duty.The unidentified officer was shot and killed while responding to a domestic violence call Wednesday night in east Tacoma."We’ve suffered a great loss, and I think the community has suffered a great loss.
TACOMA -- Tacoma police said there has been a tremendous showing of community support after one of their officers was killed in the line of duty.The unidentified officer was shot and killed while responding to a domestic violence call Wednesday night in east Tacoma."We’ve suffered a great loss, and I think the community has suffered a great loss.
Officer shot and killed in E. Tacoma; standoff over
A police officer shot multiple times while responding to a domestic call in East Tacoma has died, Officer Loretta Cool said Wednesday night.
A police officer shot multiple times while responding to a domestic call in East Tacoma has died, Officer Loretta Cool said Wednesday night.
Standoff in progress after officer shot and killed in E. Tacoma home
UPDATE: The police officer shot multiple times while responding to a domestic call in East Tacoma on Wednesday night has died, Officer Loretta Cool said.Read more: http://via.q13fox.com/gCFTz
UPDATE: The police officer shot multiple times while responding to a domestic call in East Tacoma on Wednesday night has died, Officer Loretta Cool said.Read more: http://via.q13fox.com/gCFTz
Arsonist on the run: Help detectives, ATF identify devastating Tacoma church fire suspect
Three fire were initially set inside a Tacoma church Friday morning. Matt Cario, Director of Discipleship at Our Savior Lutheran Church, said the fires were set in their sanctuary and lobby.
Three fire were initially set inside a Tacoma church Friday morning. Matt Cario, Director of Discipleship at Our Savior Lutheran Church, said the fires were set in their sanctuary and lobby.
Police make arrest in fatal Tacoma shooting
Authorities say a 28-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the death of a woman who was shot while driving in Tacoma earlier this month.
Authorities say a 28-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the death of a woman who was shot while driving in Tacoma earlier this month.
Missing Pierce County teen found safe in Portland, Oregon
Missing teen Josiah Hokanson has been found. A family representative said Josiah was found with family in Portland, Oregon.
Missing teen Josiah Hokanson has been found. A family representative said Josiah was found with family in Portland, Oregon.
Family members mourn Bonney Lake woman killed by stray bullet while asleep
Linda Green was asleep Thursday night when a bullet intended for a car thief pierced her bedroom window and struck her in the head.
Linda Green was asleep Thursday night when a bullet intended for a car thief pierced her bedroom window and struck her in the head.
Marine View Drive reopens after landslide
State Route 509, also known as Marine View Drive, reopened Wednesday morning after a landslide forced water and mud onto the roadway Tuesday.
State Route 509, also known as Marine View Drive, reopened Wednesday morning after a landslide forced water and mud onto the roadway Tuesday.
4-year-old gets toilet seat stuck on his head
A day of kicks and giggles turn terrifying for 4-year-old Grady after he put a toilet seat over his head and it wouldn't come off.
A day of kicks and giggles turn terrifying for 4-year-old Grady after he put a toilet seat over his head and it wouldn't come off.
Pierce County fire captain dies in dirt bike crash
Captain Tim McCoy, 59, had been with the Bonney Lake Fire Department nearly 30 years.
Captain Tim McCoy, 59, had been with the Bonney Lake Fire Department nearly 30 years.