Charlotte Shootout: Officers Killed in North Carolina
Four law enforcement officers were killed during a shootout in Charlotte, North Carolina. Deputy U.S. Marshal Thomas M. Weeks Jr., CMPD Officer Joshua Eyer, and two task force officers, Sam Poloche and William Elliott, lost their lives in the tragic incident.
Key Points
- Four law enforcement officers killed in Charlotte shootout
- Suspect, Terry Clark Hughes Jr., also killed in the shootout
- Eight officers shot in total, with some still recovering
Pros
- Officers' bravery and sacrifice in the line of duty honored
- Community support and condolences for the families of the fallen officers
Cons
- Loss of four dedicated law enforcement officers
- Additional officers injured in the shootout