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Baltimore Police Officers Shot in Line of Duty
Two Baltimore police officers assigned to the U.S. Marshal Service Capital Area Regional Fugitive Task Force were shot and injured today in the city. The shooting occurred while they were executing a warrant.
According to reports, the officers were shot in the line of duty, with one officer’s condition described as critical. The other officer is reportedly in stable condition.
The officers’ bravery and selfless commitment to public service have not gone unnoticed. Acting United States Attorney for the District of Maryland Jonathan F. Lenzner released a statement praising the officers’ dedication to making communities in Baltimore safer.
‘Today is a painful reminder of the dangers that law enforcement face every day in performing their duties to keep our communities safe,’ Lenzner said in a statement. ‘As reflected in their actions today, these two officers and their colleagues are dedicated to making communities in Baltimore safer, and they deserve our gratitude and appreciation.’
The U.S. Marshal Service Capital Area Regional Fugitive Task Force is a multi-agency task force that works to apprehend fugitives in the Baltimore area. The shooting is currently under investigation.
For more information on the Maryland U.S. Attorney’s Office, its priorities, and resources available to help the community, please visit www.justice.gov/usao-md and https://www.justice.gov/usao-md/community-outreach.
The shooting is a stark reminder of the risks that law enforcement officers face every day in Baltimore. The Grimy Times will continue to follow this story and provide updates as more information becomes available.
Key Facts
- State: Maryland
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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