TERRE HAUTE, IND. — A western Indiana police officer was fatally shot Wednesday, authorities said.
Sgt. Ryan Adamson of the Terre Haute Police Department confirmed on Twitter that the officer had died.
“We have unfortunately had an officer shot in the line of duty. Our officer has passed away. We will release more information as the case allows,” Adamson said.
Police did not release the name of the officer, pending notification of family.
The Tribune-Star reported the shooting occurred outside a federal office building behind the Vigo County Courthouse.
Adamson did not release any information about a suspect. No further information was immediately available.
Arrests made in slaying of Haiti President Jovenel Mo?se, according to officials
9m
More bodies found at Florida condo collapse bringing death toll up to 54 with many more unaccounted for, officials say
1h
Ask Amy Ask Amy: An abused wife seeks to avoid divorce
12:05 AM
Politics President Biden came to Chicago area to talk ‘human infrastructure,’ but shooting of 3 officers brings gun violence to forefront
2h
Chicago Cubs Julianna Zobrist responds to Ben Zobrist’s ‘ugly’ divorce allegations: ‘It’s tempting to retaliate or seek revenge when someone decides to hurt, slander or lie about you’
Jul 6, 2021