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Four Law Enforcement Officers Killed, Four Wounded in Charlotte Shootout

Suspect Terry Clark Hughes Jr. was killed after firing over 100 rounds at officers during a warrant service.

  • Terry Clark Hughes Jr., previously involved in multiple criminal activities, fired from a second-floor position, resulting in the deaths of four officers.
  • The incident, marking the deadliest attack on U.S. law enforcement since 2016, occurred as officers attempted to serve a warrant.
  • Trauma surgeons successfully operated on a wounded Statesville officer, who is now in stable condition.
  • The shootout involved multiple law enforcement agencies, including the U.S. Marshals Carolinas Regional Fugitive Task Force.
  • Investigations continue as officials initially suspected a second shooter, but later reports were uncertain.
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