Family and Attorneys View Body Cam Video in Police Shooting Death of Oscar Herrera

Romanucci & Blandin, LLC  , along with the family of Oscar Herrera, today viewed body camera footage from the Hillsdale, Michigan County Sheriff’s Department, after Mr. Herrera was shot and killed by a deputy on April 28, 2021. Initial reports said deputies were called to Mr. Herrera’s home in Reading Township after complaints about his dog, which was later shot and killed by a deputy. 32-year-old Herrera was emotionally distraught about the death of his dog, and police say Mr. Herrera confronted the deputy while holding a knife and was shot and killed at the scene. The video footage shown privately today shows that deadly encounter. 

Officials initially denied access to the video but later agreed to a private viewing for the family. Officials say they do not plan to make the video available to the public at this time; however, the family and attorneys continue to press for its public release, seeking full transparency and accountability. 

Mr. Herrera’s family continues to grieve his loss. After viewing the body camera footage, they ask for the media to respect their privacy as they mourn.