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Westmoreland cop shot dead at his bar

Published:Friday | April 15, 2022 | 11:08 PM
The cop, who operated the bar, was ambushed by gunmen. He was rushed to a hospital where he was pronounced dead.

Crime Scene investigators are now at the Transporter Bar and Rest Stop in Chantilly, Westmoreland where a police constable was shot dead late Friday evening.

The cop, who operated the bar, was ambushed by gunmen.

He was rushed to a hospital where he was pronounced dead.

Police reports say he was found clutching his firearm.

Several spent casing and a live round were found at the scene.

The policeman was attached to the Westmoreland Division.

More information later.

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