The Truth Behind the Dustin Griffin Shooting: What's Really Going On?

The Virginia State Police are still investigating the shooting of Dustin Griffin that occurred on December 17. This comes as a surprise since the Augusta County Sheriff, Donald Smith, has already declared the case closed and released body camera and dashcam footage.

Sheriff's Statement and Video Evidence

In his statement, Sheriff Smith claimed that Griffin pulled out a gun, aimed, and fired at a deputy, forcing the deputies to use deadly force in self-defense. The released videos confirm that Griffin was armed and shot a deputy in the shoulder. In response, another deputy fired five shots, striking Griffin in the torso.

Controversial Four-Second Gap and Final Shot

A four-second gap in the video precedes the final shot, which struck Griffin in the back of the head. The video from the deputy who fired this shot was not released, with Sheriff Smith citing its graphic nature. However, some speculate it may still be under investigation.

Ongoing Investigation and Medical Examiner's Report

Griffin was wanted for drug-related charges. The medical examiner's report, which could provide further clarity, is expected to take a few weeks to complete. This report is crucial in determining the full details of the incident.