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.