Two Florida police officers are killed, four other cops are shot across the country
Two Florida police officers are killed, four other cops are shot across the country:- Two Florida police officers were shot dead Friday night, officials said.
Two suspects have been taken into custody after the fatal encounter in Kissimmee when the officers responded to a shooting at about 9:30pm, according to WFTV.
Police are reportedly still on the hunt for a third suspect.
The identities of the two officers have not been released and the circumstances of the shooting remain unclear.
Police from neighboring departments descended on the scene near Palmway and Cypress Streets and multiple agencies are investigating.
Teresa Jacobs, the mayor of Orange County, confirmed the deaths in a statement on Twitter that read, “Heartbreaking loss of two of Kissimmee’s finest officers. Please join in prayers for families, friends and law enforcement.”
State Gov. Rick Scott said, “Heartbroken to hear of the loss of these 2 officers. Our prayers are with all of @kissimmeepolice & their loved ones.”
Scott added, “Out law enforcement officers are true heroes and we will miss these brave Floridians.”
About 160 miles away in Jacksonville, another two police officers were shot, according to the sheriff’s office. Their conditions are unknown.
Two state troopers were also shot in Fayette County, P.A., and taken to the hospital. The two are in stable condition, WPXI reported.
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