4 law enforcement officers killed in Charlotte, North Carolina shooting

Four killed in Charlotte, North Carolina shooting

A total of nine law enforcement officers were injured.

Police were shot while confronting a suspect.

In a shocking turn of events, fear gripped residents of North Carolina after a deadly shooting.

Four officers who were serving a warrant against a criminal wanted for firearm possession were killed.

The scene unfolded in a violent confrontation, turning the streets of Charlotte into chaos.

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Charlotte, North Carolina shooting

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According to initial reports, the incident occurred just before 2 pm (local time) on Monday, April 29.

This was when multiple law enforcement officers were involved in a shootout in a Charlotte neighborhood.

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department (CMPD) confirmed that several officers were injured in the confrontation.

This tragic incident was classified as a «severe alert,» indicating the seriousness of the situation.

Four law enforcement officers were killed

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It should be noted that five other officers were injured on Monday in the North Carolina shooting, according to The Associated Press.

The officers were first shot as they approached the house and they returned fire in the front yard, said Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Chief Johnny Jennings.

In addition, several civilians were rushed to the hospital, although the exact number of victims has not been confirmed.

The shooting occurred while the US Marshals Task Force, composed of officers from various agencies, was on the scene.

Immediate response from authorities

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A suspect was found dead in the front yard, and two other individuals who were found in the house after a three-hour standoff are being questioned, Jennings said.

The police response was immediate and massive, with at least 100 police vehicles deployed to the area after the shooting broke out.

A SWAT team was also mobilized to the scene to control the situation as gunfire continued, keeping the scene in a state of high tension.

Local authorities have issued an urgent call to residents, urging them to stay away from the shooting area.

Residents were urged to stay inside during the North Carolina shooting

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They also advised those living in the neighborhood to stay in their homes for safety reasons, according to WCNC .

Nearby roads, including parts of Interstates 77 and 277, were closed to facilitate the movement of ambulances and emergency personnel.

To provide official information and details about the incident, a press briefing has been scheduled outside a Family Dollar store near the scene.

Authorities and security teams are working together to investigate the North Carolina shooting. See photos HERE.