Dallas Police Officer Killed, 2 Others Wounded in Oak Cliff Shooting
Suspect in custody, motive unknown
Update: 3:45 p.m. CST
A Dallas police officer was killed and two others were wounded in a shooting in Oak Cliff, police officials said.
The shooting occurred around 12:30 p.m. CST in the 4300 block of South Polk Street, near Kiest Park.
Police said the officers were responding to a call about a suspicious person when they were ambushed.
The suspect, identified as 29-year-old Brandon Hughes, was taken into custody at the scene.
The motive for the shooting is unknown.
The deceased officer has been identified as Officer Rogelio Santander, a 29-year veteran of the Dallas Police Department.
The two wounded officers are in stable condition.
This is a developing story. More information will be released as it becomes available.
What we know so far:
- A Dallas police officer was killed and two others were wounded in a shooting in Oak Cliff.
- The suspect, identified as 29-year-old Brandon Hughes, is in custody.
- The motive for the shooting is unknown.
- The deceased officer has been identified as Officer Rogelio Santander, a 29-year veteran of the Dallas Police Department.
- The two wounded officers are in stable condition.
What we don't know:
- The specific location of the shooting.
- The exact time of the shooting.
- The names of the wounded officers.
- The suspect's relationship to the victims.
- The motive for the shooting.
Conclusion:
This is a tragic event that has shaken the Dallas community. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family of the fallen officer and the two wounded officers.
We hope that the suspect is brought to justice and that the motive for this senseless act of violence is revealed.
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