Original sentence: In the aftermath of the shooting, Seattle paid civil damages to Williams' survivors and declared a 'John T.Williams Day'
Edited sentence: After stopping and getting out of his patrol car Birk repeatedly told Williams to drop his knife.Birk testified that he saw Williams stabbing at a piece of wood with knife as he walked down the street.Birk would testify that Williams' knife was open and he appeared intent on attacking him.In the aftermath of the shooting Williams' lengthy criminal record and threats against police officer's lives were published.Williams was, in turn, shot when as turned toward the police officer