Overview
- The shooting occurred around 9 a.m. Saturday in the WakeMed Garner Healthplex emergency department lobby after a struggle, according to WakeMed.
- Officer Roger Smith was transported to WakeMed Raleigh and later died from his gunshot injuries, the hospital said.
- Garner police said the suspected shooter is in custody and there is no active threat at the hospital.
- Investigators have not released the suspect's name or any charges as the probe continues with the State Bureau of Investigation and Garner police.
- The emergency department lobby remains inaccessible, with added staffing and counselors on-site, and a procession escorting Smith's body caused traffic closures including on I-440 West.