The incident took place in Richmond, close to 12th Street and C Street, according to the Indiana State Police. The attacker has also been wounded. Let’s see Richmond police officer shot.
What happened to the Richmond police officer
The cop was shot in the head, according to witnesses FOX59 spoke to at the site. This information was not confirmed by the police.
Chief Britt did confirm that the entire department had dressed to respond to the situation by being on the location and providing assistance. Burton, who Britt described as a “great cop,” caused the department to be distraught.
Richmond police officer shot
🙏Prayers for the Richmond, IN police officer fighting for her life after being shot tonight during a traffic stop https://t.co/bwOqIO25oe pic.twitter.com/wq9bXsV4Aa
— National Police Association (@NatPoliceAssoc) August 11, 2022
According to authorities, a Richmond police officer who was wounded during a traffic check is in critical condition.
The incident took place in Richmond, close to 12th Street and C Street, according to the Indiana State Police. According to police, the female cop who was shot was critically injured and taken to Miami Valley Hospital in Dayton, Ohio.
What Richmond Police officer said
According to Richmond Police Chief Mike Britt, “She is fighting for her life in a very grave condition.” Anyone who practises prayer is urged to do so for her, as she could benefit from it.
Who was the Richmond Police officer who died
Seara Burton, a 28-year-old police officer, was identified by the authorities. She has served for four years and was most recently promoted to the K-9 unit. Additionally, Burton was set to wed the next weekend.
Burton is undergoing surgery, according to the Indiana Fraternal Order of Police.
Who is the suspect
According to police, the guy pulled out a revolver when Burton was conducting a traffic stop around 12th and C streets. He then allegedly shot. The offender escaped on foot but was caught as the supporting officers returned fire.
What Joyce Deloney said
Joyce Deloney told FOX59 that she heard gunfire at first and initially mistook it for fireworks before moving across a parking lot and seeing gunfire hitting a structure, which prompted Deloney to turn and flee.
Deloney noted that the neighbourhood is full of families and kids and added, “I think everyone is in shock, maybe a little bit of disbelief that this was occurring here.
“It’s unfortunate that this occurred… This, in my opinion, might have been avoided.
Richmond Mayor Dave Snow expressed his sincere condolences and prayers for Officer Burton and her family this evening.
Peoples reaction Richmond police officer shot
Ed Gonzalez said,
In two separate incidents, in the states of Indiana & California, two police officers have been shot this evening. Our prayers are with Richmond, IN Police Officer Seara Burton who was shot during a traffic stop and said to be in critical condition. And an officer in Arcadia, CA
Sgt. Scott Keegan said,
Media briefing at 9:35 p.m. at the corner of 12th Street & C Street Chief Michael Britt will be giving information about the Richmond Police Officer who was shot earlier this evening
Vaughn Beams said,
Richmond, IN Police officer was injured by a driver during a stop. She was shot and airlifted to Miami Valley Hospital in Dayton, OH. She is alive. The shooter was apprehended. Officer Sera Burton was supposed to be married next weekend.
Angela Ganote said,
Richmond Police Officer shot. The officer and suspect have been transported to the hospital.
Marc Mullins said,
BREAKING: Richmond Police officer Seara Burton is in an Ohio hospital, after she was shot during a traffic stop at North 12th & C Streets. Police say the suspect is also hurt. The chief says Officer Burton was engaged and getting married next weekend.
Pitviper Media Indiana said,
Our prayers are with Richmond Police Officer Seara Burton and the Richmond Police Department. Burton, a 4-year veteran with the Richmond Police Department, was shot during a traffic stop and, according to reports, is “fighting for her life” and is set to be married next weekend.
Mamie Bah said,
Richmond police officer Seara Burton is in critical condition at Miami Valley hospital after being shot at during a traffic stop. Burton is a 4-year veteran with the department, she was just elevated to a k-9 handler.
Lindsey Eaton said,
DEVELOPING: This is where a police officer was shot in Richmond. A suspect was also shot. Both are in the hospital. Still no official word on the condition of the officer or the suspect. @CourtSpinelliTV is in Richmond gathering more details.
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