The Texas Department of Public Safety has released dramatic footage showing the fatal December 2024 shooting of a fleeing driver who crashed into the entrance of a shopping mall.

Authorities identified the suspect as 53-year-old John Shultz, who led police on a chase before plowing his vehicle through the JCPenney entrance at Killeen Mall in Killeen, Texas.

The pursuit ended when officers opened fire after the crash, fatally wounding Shultz. Officials said the use of force was prompted by the immediate threat posed by his actions.

The incident shocked shoppers and employees, though no additional injuries were reported. Investigators continue to review the case, while the release of footage has reignited discussions about police chases and use-of-force protocols in Texas.