On November 12, Durham dialed emergency services after witnessing a shooting outside his home and confronted by an intruder, later identified as 31-year-old Alejandra Boudreaux. Bodycam footage shows Bookman entering the home and encountering a struggle between Durham and Boudreaux. After commands to drop a knife, Durham was shot multiple times, leaving his family devastated.

Durham’s daughter expressed her disgust with the police response, emphasizing the long-lasting emotional impact of losing her father. Calls for accountability have risen, with the family’s attorney demanding criminal charges against Bookman. Police have emphasized that the officer's actions were within the scope of his duties, but the incident has sparked renewed scrutiny regarding police conduct and the treatment of victims in crisis situations.