Armed Robbery Suspect Shot Dead in Kenner, Louisiana
An armed robbery suspect in Kenner, Louisiana, shot and wounded three police officers before being shot dead by a sniper. The suspect, Matthew Lathers, was holed up in a house in Jefferson Parish and had confused two individuals for police officers, leading to the shooting.
Key Points
- Suspect Matthew Lathers shot and wounded three police officers before being killed by a sniper.
- SWAT team entered the house to untangle cables when Lathers opened fire, injuring the officers.
- Sniper was able to shoot and kill Lathers, ending the standoff.
Pros
- Law enforcement successfully neutralized a dangerous armed robbery suspect.
- Two of the wounded officers have been released from the hospital and the third is stable.
Cons
- Loss of life of the suspect involved in the armed robbery.
- Three police officers were injured in the exchange of gunfire.