David Donald Ducado Menton dies in fatal Superior, Wis. police shooting
Fatal Superior, Wis. police shooting death of David Donald Ducado Menton – Obituary
David Donald Ducado Menton, 42, of Solon Springs, Wis., was fatally shot by a police officer during a confrontation in a residential area of Superior on the evening of April 7. Emergency responders attempted to provide medical assistance, but Menton was pronounced dead at the scene.
According to the Wisconsin Department of Justice, the incident began when officers encountered Menton, who was wanted for an unspecified reason, along with two other individuals. As one of the companions tried to flee, the officer engaged in a physical struggle, during which the officer discharged their firearm, striking Menton. Law enforcement also recovered another gun at the scene.
The officer involved sustained injuries and was taken to a hospital, where they were reported in stable condition. Following standard protocol, the officer has been placed on paid administrative leave while the Division of Criminal Investigation conducts its inquiry. Once the investigation is complete, the findings will be forwarded to the Douglas County District Attorney to determine whether the use of force was justified.