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Georgia Officer Slain in Hotel Ambush
2 Feb
Summary
- Two officers responded to a fraud call at a hotel.
- A suspect shot both officers, killing one.
- The suspect was also wounded and is receiving treatment.
In a devastating incident near Stone Mountain, Georgia, a police officer lost their life on Sunday morning. The officer had been responding to a fraud call at a local hotel alongside a colleague.
During the response, the two officers encountered an individual who initiated a gunfight, tragically resulting in the death of one officer and critical injuries to the other. The suspect was also wounded in the exchange of gunfire and is currently receiving treatment.
Governor Brian Kemp issued a statement mourning the officer's death and offering prayers for the recovery of the injured officer. He emphasized the inherent risks undertaken by law enforcement professionals daily.
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation has taken over the investigation into the shooting, a standard procedure for incidents involving police officers in the state. Names of the involved officers and the suspect have not yet been released.
