Officer shot before returning fire and killing driver in Albany, New York, police chief says
by Newsday
Newsday— The police chief in Albany, New York, says an officer was "ambushed" by a driver who shot him the leg as he approached a vehicle following an attempted traffic stop and returned fire, killing the man.
FOX News—Albany, New York, police officer shot in ‘ambush’ during traffic stop attempt; suspect dead: officials. An Albany, New York, police officer was shot early Wednesday after attempting to pull over a vehicle before he returned fire, killing the driver, authorities said. Police Chief Eric Hawkins said the officer had witnessed a speeding vehicle just before 12:30 a.m. A short pursuit ensued, and the driver refused to stop, Hawkins said. A short time later, the officer saw the vehicle parked along a road. The officer, footage from his body-worn camera reveals, approached the vehicle. When he was about...
WDTN—Ex-police officer wanted in 2 killings and kidnapping shoots, kills self in Oregon, police say. SEATTLE (AP) — A former Washington state police officer wanted after killing two people, including his ex-wife, was found dead with a self-inflicted gunshot wound following a chase in Oregon, authorities said Tuesday. His 1-year-old baby, who was with him, was taken safely into custody by Oregon State Police troopers. The troopers began chasing the []
WJET/WFXP/YourErie.com—Albany Police say officer shot following traffic stop, suspect dead. Albany Police are investigating an officer-involved shooting. The officer, along with a suspect, are both being treated at the hospital for...