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Food Star's Death Ruled Homicide After Texas Standoff
9 Dec
Summary
- Food influencer died from gunshot wound during police standoff.
- His death was officially ruled a homicide by the medical examiner.
- He was shot by police responding to a call about a man with a knife.
A popular food influencer, known online as @FoodWithBearHands, died on November 8 following a confrontation with police in Texas. The Bexar County Medical Examiner's Office has officially classified his death as a homicide, stemming from a gunshot wound sustained during the incident. Authorities were called to the scene in Castroville after receiving reports of a man with a knife exhibiting erratic behavior.
The social media personality was reportedly attending a barbecue festival when the events unfolded. Witnesses described hearing a man screaming and multiple gunshots. Law enforcement stated that the influencer was given verbal commands to surrender before allegedly charging at a deputy, prompting the use of deadly force.
The investigation into the precise circumstances surrounding the standoff and subsequent shooting is ongoing. Details about the exact weapon and the sequence of events are still being reviewed. The influencer's death has been described as unfortunate and shocking by those close to the situation.
