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Dallas police released video footage of an officer-involved shooting that resulted in the death of 46-year-old Martin James Benes, a local attorney battling his own criminal charges.

Officers were initially called to the home because family members said Benes was suicidal. SWAT officers were called in after they learned Benes had cut off a court-ordered ankle monitor.

Police said two SWAT officers fired shots at Benes after he came towards them with a knife.

DALLAS - Dallas police released video of an officer-involved shooting that ended with the death of a man armed with a knife.

They also shared more details about what happened in the moments leading up to 46-year-old Martin James Benes’ death.

Dallas Police Shooting Video

Timeline:

Officers initially responded to Ben

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