Anthony Baez

Who was Anthony Baez?

Anthony Ramon Baez was a 29-year old security guard who died on December 22, 1994. His death occurred early in the morning on Cameron Place in the Mount Hope section of the Bronx, New York. The fatal encounter began when the man, Anthony Baez, and his brothers hit a police car more than once with their football late at night around 1:30 am. Officer Francis Livoti ordered them to go home. After some discussion among themselves, the Baez brothers decided to continue their game, playing in the opposite direction. Officer Francis Livoti arrested David Baez first for disorderly conduct. He then attempted to arrest Anthony Baez, who had protested his brother's arrest by crossing his arms in front of his chest. A scuffle ensued, while other officers arrived on scene. After being taken to a hospital, Anthony Baez was declared dead.