Print
One deputy with the Kern County Sheriff’s Office died and another was wounded Sunday afternoon as they attempted to free hostages that a gunman was holding inside a home in Wasco, a town 24 miles northwest of Bakersfield, according to city and sheriff’s officials.
Kern County Sheriff’s Lt. Joel Swanson said during a news conference that the two deputies suffered moderate to major injuries. He said both were taken to a local hospital and at least one was in critical condition.
Several hours later, the Kern County Detention Officers Assn. said one of the deputies had been killed in the line of duty. Shortly after, Wasco Mayor Alex Garcia released a statement confirming the deputy’s death.
California deputy killed during standoff with suspect; another injured: reports
foxnews.com - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from foxnews.com Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.
Sheriff s Deputy Shot Dead During Tense Five-Hour Standoff
newsweek.com - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from newsweek.com Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.
Two deputies shot during a hostage situation in Wasco
turnto23.com - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from turnto23.com Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.
A California sheriff s deputy has died and another is injured after they were shot during a standoff
kvia.com - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from kvia.com Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.