Standoff Ends After 3 KCPD Officers Shot

A quick note from newsies . . .

"Police said the two people who exited the home are now in custody. There is no word on the names of the suspects."

Around midday, this was the statement from KCPD . . .

Three of our police officers are in the hospital after being shot in the line of duty Tuesday night. They are in stable condition with non-life-threatening, but serious injuries.

These Tactical Response Team officers were serving a search warrant when they were shot . . .
 
They put themselves in harm’s way to safeguard Kansas City, serving with bravery and selflessness, and for that, we are indebted to them.

We appreciate the community’s concern and support and ask for prayers to help these officers heal. We thank surrounding law enforcement agencies for assisting us during this difficult time.

The @MSHPTrooperA is handling this investigation, and any inquiries should go to them.

Around midday, this was the statement from KCPD . . .

Read more via www.TonysKansasCity.com link . . .

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