What type of scenario might lead to a 'suicide by cop' situation?

A 'suicide by cop' situation typically occurs when an individual deliberately engages law enforcement with the intent of provoking a deadly response. This scenario often involves the individual posing an imminent threat, such as presenting a weapon or threatening lethal actions, which prompts the officers to respond with deadly force. The individual in this situation seeks a confrontation that they believe will lead to their own death at the hands of law enforcement. This concept is rooted in a psychological state where the individual may see the confrontation as the only way to end their suffering, thus resorting to provoking law enforcement.

The other scenarios do not align with the characteristics of a 'suicide by cop.' Routine patrols typically do not involve the immediate escalation to lethal confrontation. Minor legal issues usually do not provoke the extreme measure of seeking a lethal encounter. Meanwhile, established negotiations are focused on de-escalation and resolution, moving away from the intent to provoke harmful outcomes.