Off-Duty Detroit Officer Killed After Shooting Two Colleagues

The officer, struggling with a mental health crisis, requested 'suicide by cop' before being fatally shot by responding officers.

The incident occurred after the off-duty officer, a 13-year veteran, called 911 threatening suicide and requesting a negotiator.
The officer, part of the special response team, was in uniform and armed with a high-powered rifle when he fired at arriving officers.
Two officers were injured in the leg during the encounter but are in stable condition at a local hospital.
The responding officer who returned fire and killed the shooter was praised for their courage despite recognizing the shooter as a colleague.
Detroit Police Chief James White emphasized the mental health challenges faced by law enforcement, noting ongoing efforts to address these issues.