A Pennsylvania police chief was fatally shot in the head during a shootout with a suspect in Brackenridge Monday, according to local reports and officials.
The other officer was shot in the leg and was hospitalized in stable condition, sources told the local station.
“Today’s tragedy in Brackenridge is a devastating reminder of the bravery of those who put their lives on the line every day to protect us,” Pennsylvania Governor-elect Josh Shapiro “Police Chief Justin McIntire ran towards danger to keep Pennsylvanians safe — and he made the ultimate sacrifice in service to community.”Suspect Aaron Lamont Swan was wanted for probation violations involving weapons and opened fire at the officers during a foot chase.Swan — who was wanted by police on a probation violation since Sunday night — was wounded in the shootout with McIntire and the other officer.
“Chief McIntire and his family are in my prayers, as is his fellow officer who was injured in the line of duty tonight,” Shapiro said. “May Chief McIntire’s memory be a blessing.”
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