Glendale, AZ – Newly released body‑camera video and 911 recordings shed light on a deadly August 12 standoff that unfolded in a residential neighborhood on Nicolet Avenue, north of Glendale Avenue. The incident began when police responded to a call from the adult daughter of 59‑year‑old Jeffery Peters, who had been barred from the home by a court‑issued protection order that also prohibited him from possessing firearms or ammunition.
Protection order and 911 call
According to the dispatcher’s transcript, the daughter, who was sharing the house with her father, reported that she feared for her life. She told the operator, “I have an order of protection, and I have somebody in my house trying to kill me. He’s my dad, and he’s going to kill me if I pull into this driveway alone.” Police noted that Peters had a history of prior contacts with the department and that he may have been experiencing a mental‑health crisis.
Police and SWAT response
Officers arrived on scene and found the daughter parked nearby. Recognizing the potential danger, Glendale police requested assistance from the city’s SWAT team to encourage Peters to surrender peacefully. When the SWAT unit arrived, an officer’s radio transmission captured the moment Peters began firing through the front door, shouting, “Shooting out the front door!” The audio indicates a volley of gunfire exchanged between Peters and officers.
Suspect’s statements
During the exchange, Peters placed a 911 call of his own, telling the dispatcher, “There’s cops at my front door, they’re tearing down my house!” When asked if he was armed, he replied, “For my protection, yes,” and insisted he would not drop his weapons.
Resolution
The gunfire continued for an extended period before ceasing. At that point, officers deployed a drone into the residence, where they discovered Peters deceased. No officers sustained serious injuries during the hours‑long confrontation.
Investigation
The shooting remains under review by Glendale police and the appropriate oversight agencies. The release of the video and call recordings is intended to provide transparency to the community about the department’s handling of a volatile situation involving a protection‑order violator and a potential mental‑health emergency.
Community impact
Local residents expressed concern over the safety of the neighborhood and the need for clear protocols when dealing with individuals who breach court orders. Glendale officials have reiterated their commitment to protecting citizens while respecting due process, emphasizing that the use of SWAT and drone technology was a measured response aimed at minimizing risk to the public and officers.
Original reporting: azfamily KTVK/KPHO Phoenix (news) — read the source article.
