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New details have emerged around a police encounter with the suspect —months before the shoot-out in Charlotte, North Carolina, on Monday that left four law enforcement officers dead.

Back in January, Terry Clark Hughes Jr, 39, led officers on a high-speed chase, according to Lincoln County Sheriff Bill Beam. One of his officers tried to pull over Hughes. But rather than slowing down, he “took off,” the sheriff told WCNC.

The car chase was ultimately called off when a police officer noticed the Hughes’ vehicle was registered to a woman.

Four months later, Hughes opened fire on officers as they approached his home on April 29 trying to serve him warrants. He was wanted for possession of a firearm by felon and felony flee to elude.

Hughes was fatally shot during the exchange.

Two other people later found in the home where Hughes was firing from “are fully cooperating” with the investigation and are not considered suspects, CMPD Chief Johnny Jennings said.

Four officers were killed in the tragedy: North Carolina Department of Adult Correction’s Sam Poloche and Alden Elliott, Deputy US Marshal Thomas Weeks and CMPD officer Joshua Eyer.

Of the four officers injured, three have been discharged from the hospital while the fourth is in stable condition.

Key Points

• Four law officers serving warrant shot dead

• Multiple officers struck by gunfire in active shooting situation in Charlotte

• North Carolina politicians address shooting

• Suspect had a 20-year rap sheet

• Terrifying video shows horror shoot-out that left four law enforcement officers dead

‘Officer of the Month'

Tuesday 30 April 2024 15:30 , Kelly Rissman

Last week, on April 22, Joshua Eyer, a slain CMPD officer and veteran, was honored on CMPD’s Facebook page as Officer of the Month for the North Tryon Division.

After the tragedy on Monday, CMPD wrote a tribute: “Officer Joshua Eyer has passed away tonight from his injuries after being shot in the line of duty this afternoon while assisting other officers with the apprehension of a suspect.”

“Officer Eyer faithfully served the CMPD’s North Tryon Division for six years and was a member of the 178th Recruit Class. We are forever indebted to Officer Eyer for his bravery and ultimate sacrifice,” the police wrote.

“His life and service will never be forgotten. Please say a prayer for Officer Eyer’s loved ones during this difficult time.”

What we know about the ‘second’ shooter

Tuesday 30 April 2024 15:45 , Kelly Rissman

After a number of officers were struck by gunfire, another round of officers flocked to the scene.

That’s when a second shooter began firing on them from inside the residence after they killed Terry Clark Hughes Jr, to whom the police were attempting to serve warrants, CMPD Chief Johnny Jennings said on Monday.

That person has still not been named. The relationship between Hughes and the second person is not immediately clear.

Police declined to share identifying details about the second individual with The Independent.

A reporter for WSOC-TV reported that two people were taken to CMPD HQ earlier this evening for questioning. This has not been independently verified by The Independent.

Rap Sheet: Terry Clark Hughes Jr

Tuesday 30 April 2024 16:00 , Kelly Rissman

Officers had been attempting to serve felony warrants on Hughes, the 39-year-old gunman identified in the Charlotte shooting.

CMPD said the five-foot-nine man was wanted for Possession of a Firearm by Felon and Felony Flee to Elude (2 counts) out of Lincoln County, North Carolina.

Criminal records in the state show he has an extensive rap sheet, many of which are drug-related charges.

On April 24, he failed to appear in court related to charges of possession of firearm by felon and marijuana possession.

In 2021, Hughes was charged with possessing drug paraphernalia, manufacturing marijuana, possession of marijuana with the intent to manufacture, sell or deliver, and having knowingly maintained or kept a shop, residence, building, or some other place that is being unlawfully used for the purpose of selling, keeping, or using a controlled substance.

That same year, he was also charged with fleeing to elude arrest.

Back in 2012, he also faced possession of firearm by felon, eluding arrest with two aggravating factors, reckless driving to endanger, driving while license revoked,

In 2011, he was also faced the charge of possessing firearm by felon.

Back in 2009, he was charged with breaking and/or entering and possessing a stolen firearm.

Three years prior, he was twice charged with carrying a concealed gun, while as early as 2001, he was charged with communicating threats — against his father.

US Marshals Service ‘shattered’ by shooting

Tuesday 30 April 2024 16:15 , Kelly Rissman

Injured officers named

Tuesday 30 April 2024 16:17 , Kelly Rissman

CMPD Police Chief Johnny Jennings revealed the names of the four officers who were injured.

• Chris Tolley, a CMPD officer, underwent surgery and is now in stable condidtion

• Mike Giglio, a CMPD officer, suffered gunshot wound injuries and was released yesterday

• Jack Blowers, a CMPD officer, suffered gunshot wound injuries and was released yesterday

• Joshua Campbell, a CMPD officer, who not shot but suffered a broken foot and was discharged this morning

Update on the shooting

Tuesday 30 April 2024 16:22 , Kelly Rissman

Chief Jennings said there were “well over 500 rounds of projectiles and casings” in the residence where the shooting transpired.

Police also recovered an AR 15 rifle and a 40-calibre handgun, as well as additional magazines and ammunition for both firearms.

Mr Jennings confirmed that the person who was shot and killed — Terry Clark Hughes Jr — was the individual who law enforcement officers were trying to serve with a warrant.

He added that two women inside the residence “are fully cooperating with the investigation” and we are “not looking or interested in any additional suspects or any persons of interest.”

Fourth slain officer identified

Tuesday 30 April 2024 16:25 , Kelly Rissman

Deputy US Marshal Thomas Weeks was named as the fourth slain officer. He was a member of the US Marshals Fugitive Task Force, which is made up of 16 agencies in the state.

At a Tuesday press conference, Director of US Marshal Service Ron Davis called the slain US Marshal a “hero.”

He said Weeks was 48 years old, and leaves behind his wife and four children.

North Carolina Governor makes remarks at press conference

Tuesday 30 April 2024 16:26 , Kelly Rissman

“North Carolina lost four heroes and saw four other heroes wounded,” Gov Roy Cooper said.

“We are grateful for their bravery and courage,” he said of the fallen officers.

He promised to continue to provide state resources in the aftermath of the tragedy.

WATCH: Mayor Vi Lyles addresses media regarding deadly shooting in east Charlotte

Tuesday 30 April 2024 16:34 , Kelly Rissman

The second shooter theory revisited

Tuesday 30 April 2024 16:41 , Kelly Rissman

At Tuesday’s press conference, CMPD Chief Jennings addressed the possibility of a second shooter at the residence where Terry Clark Hughes, Jr was fatally shot as law enforcement officers were trying to serve him a warrant.

Mr Jennings said he was “not ruling out the possibility that someone else was firing as well.”

As the officers approached the house, Hughes was shooting from upstairs “down at the officers both front and back,” which officers thought and was an indication that there was more than one shooter.

He noted that two others — one girl, 17, and another woman who was “a little older” — were also in the home “voluntarily.” While he hasn’t ruled out the possibility of arrest, the chief confirmed the pair have not been charged with any crime.

There was no indication that “anyone had succumb” as a result of friendly fire, the police chief said.

Officers’ body armor could not withstand the AR-15 shots

Tuesday 30 April 2024 16:49 , Kelly Rissman

Chief Jennings said at Tuesday’s press conference that “traditional body armor for police officers cannot withstand a rifle round.”

An AR-15 rifle and a 40-calibre handgun were recovered from the house.

He added that “officers were at a disadvantage because the individual” was at an elevated level.

WATCH: 4 officers killed in Charlotte, 8 shot: The latest

Tuesday 30 April 2024 17:06 , Kelly Rissman

CMPD’s tribute to fallen officer Joshua Eyers

Tuesday 30 April 2024 17:13 , Kelly Rissman

Who was Terry Clark Hughes Jr?

Tuesday 30 April 2024 17:18 , Kelly Rissman

Hughes was fatally shot by police after he allegedly opened fire on a group of law enfrocement officers who were attempting to serve him active warrants at his home on Monday, April 29.

The 39-year-old was wanted for Possession of a Firearm by Felon and Felony Flee to Elude out of Lincoln County, North Carolina, police wrote.

He was 5 ft 9in tall and weighed 180 pounds, according to his arrest records.

Hughes had an extensive criminal history, most of which pertained to drug crimes.

At a Tuesday press conference, when asked about whether Hughes should have been on the streets, given his criminal record, CMPD Chief Johnny Jennings said: “I know this individual did serve a significant amount of time in jail and had been released, but I can give you hundreds of examples of people that I feel like should not be out preying upon his citizens…Our system is not completely where it needs to be.”

GoFundMe page surpasses $40,000

Tuesday 30 April 2024 17:25 , Kelly Rissman

A GoFundMe campaign was launched after eight officers were caught in a devastating incident on Monday.

Four were killed and four others were injured.

The fundraiser aims to “provide support for those affected, offering a beacon of hope amidst the darkness of this tragedy.” Less than a day after the tragedy, it has earned more than $43,000.

“As the community reels from this senseless act of violence, thoughts and prayers pour out for the wounded officers and their families,” the fundraiser says.

“As the investigation unfolds and the names of the fallen are confirmed, the community stands together in solidarity, determined to honor the bravery of those who sacrificed their lives in the line of duty.”

What we know about the two others inside the home

Tuesday 30 April 2024 17:35 , Kelly Rissman

“Two females that were inside the residence were brought in to be interviewed by detectives,” CMPD wrote on X.

Chief Jennings said at Tuesday’s press conference that one was 17 years old and the other was “a little older.” He declined to comment on their relationship to Terry Clark Hughes Jr, who was fatally shot yesterday.

The police chief said authorities weren’t ruling out possibility of arrest, but confirmed they have not been charged with any crime.

He also said that there is a possibility that there was a “second shooter” in the home.

That theory seems to have emerged because Hughes was shooting from upstairs, but shots were fired “down at the officers both front and back,” potentially indicating that there was more than one shooter.

‘Tragedy that is going to impact our country for a very long time’: Law enforcement officials weigh in on shooting

Tuesday 30 April 2024 17:45 , Kelly Rissman

US Marshals service said their ‘hearts are heavy’ after deputy Marshal killed

Tuesday 30 April 2024 17:55 , Kelly Rissman

North Carolina Governor makes remarks at press conference

Tuesday 30 April 2024 18:10 , Kelly Rissman

“North Carolina lost four heroes and saw four other heroes wounded,” Gov Roy Cooper said.

“We are grateful for their bravery and courage,” he said of the fallen officers.

He promised to continue to provide state resources in the aftermath of the tragedy.

Who are the injured officers?

Tuesday 30 April 2024 18:30 , Kelly Rissman

• Chris Tolley, a CMPD officer, underwent surgery and is now in stable condidtion

• Mike Giglio, a CMPD officer, suffered gunshot wound injuries and was released yesterday

• Jack Blowers, a CMPD officer, suffered gunshot wound injuries and was released yesterday

• Joshua Campbell, a CMPD officer, who not shot but suffered a broken foot and was discharged this morning

Rap Sheet: Terry Clark Hughes Jr

Tuesday 30 April 2024 18:45 , Kelly Rissman

Officers had been attempting to serve felony warrants on Hughes, the 39-year-old gunman identified in the Charlotte shooting.

CMPD said the five-foot-nine man was wanted for Possession of a Firearm by Felon and Felony Flee to Elude (2 counts) out of Lincoln County, North Carolina.

Criminal records in the state show he has an extensive rap sheet, many of which are drug-related charges. Many of them appear to have been disposed.

On April 24, he failed to appear in court related to charges of possession of firearm by felon and marijuana possession.

In 2021, Hughes was charged with possessing drug paraphernalia, manufacturing marijuana, possession of marijuana with the intent to manufacture, sell or deliver, and having knowingly maintained or kept a shop, residence, building, or some other place that is being unlawfully used for the purpose of selling, keeping, or using a controlled substance.

That same year, he was also charged with fleeing to elude arrest.

Back in 2012, he also faced possession of firearm by felon, eluding arrest with two aggravating factors, reckless driving to endanger, driving while license revoked,

In 2011, he was also faced the charge of possessing firearm by felon.

Back in 2009, he was charged with breaking and/or entering and possessing a stolen firearm.

Three years prior, he was twice charged with carrying a concealed gun, while as early as 2001, he was charged with communicating threats — against his father.

ICYMI: What happened in the Charlotte shooting?

Tuesday 30 April 2024 19:00 , Kelly Rissman

Four law enforcement officers were killed during a shootout in Charlotte, North Carolina, after trying to serve a warrant at a home.

The incident took place around 1.30pm as members of US Marshals Fugitive Task Force attempted to serve a warrant for possession of a firearm by a convicted felon at a suburban home in Charlotte, reported USA Today.

The suspect opened fire at the officers with a “high-powered rifle” as they approached the residence, said Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police (CMPD) Chief Johnny Jennings.

Officers returned fire and hit an individual, who was later pronounced dead in the front yard.

Some of the officers who rushed to the Charlotte neighbourhood to rescue the first wave of downed officers were wounded as a second shooter began firing on them after they killed the wanted man. His name was not released but the chief said he was wanted as a felon illegally possessing a weapon.

Chief Jennings gives tribute to slain officers

Tuesday 30 April 2024 19:20 , Kelly Rissman

Recap: What happened in the aftermath of the shooting?

Tuesday 30 April 2024 19:30 , Kelly Rissman

After a three-hour standoff, the suburban Charlotte home was torn open. Armored vehicles smashed into it, ripping off windows and entire doorways that were left broken. Several armored vehicles were parked across yards, some with tree branches dangling off them.

A second person then fired on officers from inside the home where a high-powered rifle was found, Mr Jennings added.

A woman and a 17-year-old male were found in the home after the standoff. The two are being questioned, he said.

The Marshal’s Service confirmed one of its agents was killed. Two officers from the state Department of Adult Correction also were killed, said North Carolina governor Roy Cooper. The governor was in Charlotte and was speaking to the families of the officers killed and hurt.

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Suspect dead as four US Marshals killed and four wounded in Charlotte shooting

WATCH: Mayor Vi Lyles addresses media regarding deadly shooting in east Charlotte

Tuesday 30 April 2024 19:45 , Kelly Rissman

What we know about the ‘second’ shooter

Tuesday 30 April 2024 20:00 , Kelly Rissman

After a number of officers were struck by gunfire, another round of officers flocked to the scene.

That’s when a second shooter began firing on them from inside the residence after they killed Terry Clark Hughes Jr, to whom the police were attempting to serve warrants, CMPD Chief Johnny Jennings said on Monday.

That person has still not been named. The relationship between Hughes and the second person is not immediately clear.

The theory of the second shooter emerged after officers were subjects of gunfire “down at the officers both front and back,” seemingly an indicator that there was more than one shooter.

Mr Jennings said on Tuesday that police are “not looking or interested in any additional suspects or any persons of interest.”

GoFundMe Page for families of injured and killed officers surpasses $50k

Tuesday 30 April 2024 20:15 , Kelly Rissman

As of Tuesday morning, the GoFundMe page has raised more than $53,000, which has vowed to “provide support for those affected, offering a beacon of hope amidst the darkness of this tragedy.”

“As the community reels from this senseless act of violence, thoughts and prayers pour out for the wounded officers and their families,” the fundraiser says.

“As the investigation unfolds and the names of the fallen are confirmed, the community stands together in solidarity, determined to honor the bravery of those who sacrificed their lives in the line of duty,” it continued.

You can find find the fundraiser here.

In photos: the Charlotte shooting

Tuesday 30 April 2024 20:26 , Kelly Rissman

One of the deadliest days for law enforcement

Tuesday 30 April 2024 20:49 , Kelly Rissman

The Fratneral Order of Police report from April 1 shows that 98 officers shot in the line of duty so far in 2024.

Of those officers shot, 10 of them were killed.

The New York Times called Monday’s incident one of the deadliest attacks on law enforcement in recent years.

WATCH: CMPD updates on Charlotte police shooting, identifies victims

Tuesday 30 April 2024 21:00 , Kelly Rissman

Gun safety groups condemn Monday’s shooting

Tuesday 30 April 2024 21:15 , Kelly Rissman

Where did Hughes get the guns?

Tuesday 30 April 2024 21:30 , Kelly Rissman

CMPD Chief Jennings said at Tuesday’s press conference that investigators are looking into how the suspected shooter acquired the firearms.

An AR-15 rifle and a 40-calibre handgun — along with additional magazines and ammunition for both weapons — were recovered from the home.

An internal law enforcement officers are reportedly looking for the person who bought the firearm used in the shooting to potentially bring federal charges, according to a memo obtained by CNN.

Suspect had a 20-year rap sheet including drug, assault and weapons charges

Tuesday 30 April 2024 22:00 , Kelly Rissman

Prior to the fierce shootout in Charlotte, North Carolina – in which four law enforcement officers were killed and several others wounded – police had been attempting to serve felony warrants on 39-year-old Terry Clark Hughes Jr.

Hughes – who also died in the shootout – had been arrested dozens of times, with almost 50 cases listed online, including charges relating to drug manufacture, firearm possession and aggravated assault.

The charges against him stretch back over 20 years and across multiple counties in North Carolina, with one listed against him as far back as 2001 over communicating threats — against his own father, Terry Clark Hughes Sr.

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department (CPMD) chief Johnny Jennings said that Hughes Jr had previously spent a “significant amount of time” behind bars.

CPMD said that at the time of Monday’s incident, Hughes was wanted for possession of a firearm by felon and felony flee to elude out of Lincoln County, North Carolina.

On 24 April, he had failed to appear in court related to charges of possession of firearm by felon and marijuana possession, according to the department.

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Charlotte shooting suspect had a 20-year rap sheet

Who are the injured officers?

Tuesday 30 April 2024 22:30 , Kelly Rissman

• Chris Tolley, a CMPD officer, underwent surgery and is now in stable condidtion

• Mike Giglio, a CMPD officer, suffered gunshot wound injuries and was released yesterday

• Jack Blowers, a CMPD officer, suffered gunshot wound injuries and was released yesterday

• Joshua Campbell, a CMPD officer, who not shot but suffered a broken foot and was discharged this morning

What we know about the two others inside the home

Tuesday 30 April 2024 23:00 , Kelly Rissman

“Two females that were inside the residence were brought in to be interviewed by detectives,” CMPD wrote on X.

Chief Jennings said at Tuesday’s press conference that one was 17 years old and the other was “a little older.” He declined to comment on their relationship to Terry Clark Hughes Jr, who was fatally shot yesterday.

The police chief said authorities weren’t ruling out possibility of arrest, but confirmed they have not been charged with any crime.

He also said that there is a possibility that there was a “second shooter” in the home.

That theory seems to have emerged because Hughes was shooting from upstairs, but shots were fired “down at the officers both front and back,” potentially indicating that there was more than one shooter.

GoFundMe page surpasses $50,000

Wednesday 1 May 2024 00:00 , Kelly Rissman

A GoFundMe campaign was launched after eight officers were caught in a devastating incident on Monday.

Four were killed and four others were injured.

The fundraiser aims to “provide support for those affected, offering a beacon of hope amidst the darkness of this tragedy.”

Donations have flooded in. Just a day after the tragedy, it has garnered more than $58,000.

“As the community reels from this senseless act of violence, thoughts and prayers pour out for the wounded officers and their families,” the fundraiser says.

“As the investigation unfolds and the names of the fallen are confirmed, the community stands together in solidarity, determined to honor the bravery of those who sacrificed their lives in the line of duty.”

What happened?

Wednesday 1 May 2024 01:00 , Kelly Rissman

Law enforcement officers arrived at a home in the 5000 block of Galway Drive around 1.30pm on 29 April to serve a warrant when all hell broke loose, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Chief Johnny Jennings said at a Tuesday press conference.

The US Marshals Fugitive Task Force, composed of officers from 16 agencies across the state, were serving a 39-year-old Terry Clark Hughes Jr, a convicted felon with an extensive criminal record.

Hughes was wanted for possession of a firearm by felon, and felony flee to elude out of Lincoln County, North Carolina.

When officers approached the home, shots were fired from an “elevated level” inside, the police chief said. The shooter was “ambushing” officers, making it hard for law enforcement officials to take cover, he added.

At some point, Hughes Jr exited his home, armed with a firearm. The officers “perceived an imminent deadly threat” and fired at Hughes in his front yard, killing him.

In total, eight officers were hit by gunshots.

Four were killed and four others have survived their injuries. Three of the fallen officers were members of the US Marshals Fugitive Task Force while one was a CMPD officer.

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Everything we know about the Charlotte shooting

Officers’ body armor could not withstand the AR-15 shots

Wednesday 1 May 2024 02:00 , Kelly Rissman

Chief Jennings said at Tuesday’s press conference that “traditional body armor for police officers cannot withstand a rifle round.”

An AR-15 rifle and a 40-calibre handgun were recovered from the house.

He added that “officers were at a disadvantage because the individual” was at an elevated level.

Who was the suspect?

Wednesday 1 May 2024 03:00 , Kelly Rissman

Hughes was 39 years old, five-foot-nine, and 180 pounds. Officers had been attempting to serve felony warrants on him on Monday.

North Carolina criminal records show he has an extensive rap sheet with many drug-related charges.

Hughes also faced charges of aggravated assault against a female in 2010; multiple counts of possession of firearm by felon; multiple counts of fleeing to elude arrest; reckless driving to endanger as well as communicating threats — a charge brought by his father.

Hughes was previously convicted of weapon law violations and breaking and entering.

When asked on Tuesday whether someone like Hughes should have been allowed to be on the streets, Chief Jennings said that he had spent “a significant amount of time in jail and had been released.”

That being said, the chief added: “I can give you hundreds of examples of people that I feel like should not be out praying upon his citizens…our system is not completely where it needs to be.”

WATCH: CMPD updates on Charlotte police shooting, identifies victims

Wednesday 1 May 2024 04:00 , Kelly Rissman

Wednesday 1 May 2024 07:00 , Kelly Rissman

Terry Clark Hughes Jr, 39, was fatally shot after allegedly opening fire on law enforcement officers who were trying to execute a felony warrant.

Records show he has a lengthy criminal history.

In April 2010 he was arrested for aggravated assault against a female in Charlotte. That same year he was convicted of breaking and entering in Person County, north of Raleigh-Durham, and spent approximately six months in prison before being released in May 2011.

One year prior in 2009, he had been charged with the same offence as well as possessing a stolen firearm.

In 2006 Hughes was twice charged with carrying a concealed gun and jailed again later that year in December on further charges of weapons law violations.

In his final act on Monday he is suspected of killing four law enforcement officers, before being gunned down by police as he attempted to exit a residence on Galway Drive, in Charlotte.

Shots were fired from overhead, as he was apparently shooting from the second floor of his home, CMPD said.

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Charlotte shooting suspect had a 20-year rap sheet

Who were the involved officers?

Wednesday 1 May 2024 21:14 , Kelly Rissman

Four officers were killed in the shooting. They have been dubbed “heroes” by their superiors.

Three of the officers killed were members of the US Marshal Fugitive Task Force: Sam Poloche and Alden Elliott of the North Carolina Department of Adult Corrections and Thomas Weeks, a deputy US Marshal.

A fourth victim, Joshua Eyer, was an officer with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department.

Four other officers were injured, all CMPD officers.

Officer Chris Tolley underwent surgery and on Tuesday morning was in stable condition.

Officers Mike Giglio and Jack Blowers suffered from gunshot wounds. Both were released from hospital on Monday.

Officer Joshua Campbell was not shot, but sustained a broken foot. He was discharged from hospital on Tuesday morning.

Chief Jennings said that the “officers were at a disadvantage because” the shooter fired from an elevated level. On top of this, he noted that their body armor “cannot withstand a rifle round.”

On Tuesday, Governor Roy Cooper said: “North Carolina lost four heroes and saw four other heroes wounded.”

“We are grateful for their bravery and courage,” he added.

Who were the involved officers?

Wednesday 1 May 2024 09:00 , Kelly Rissman

Four officers were killed in the shooting. They have been dubbed “heroes” by their superiors.

Three of the officers killed were members of the US Marshal Fugitive Task Force: Sam Poloche and Alden Elliott of the North Carolina Department of Adult Corrections and Thomas Weeks, a deputy US Marshal.

A fourth victim, Joshua Eyer, was an officer with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department.

Four other officers were injured, all CMPD officers.

Officer Chris Tolley underwent surgery and on Tuesday morning was in stable condition.

Officers Mike Giglio and Jack Blowers suffered from gunshot wounds. Both were released from hospital on Monday.

Officer Joshua Campbell was not shot, but sustained a broken foot. He was discharged from hospital on Tuesday morning.

Chief Jennings said that the “officers were at a disadvantage because” the shooter fired from an elevated level. On top of this, he noted that their body armor “cannot withstand a rifle round.”

On Tuesday, Governor Roy Cooper said: “North Carolina lost four heroes and saw four other heroes wounded.”

“We are grateful for their bravery and courage,” he added.

In photos: the aftermath of the Charlotte shooting

Wednesday 1 May 2024 11:00 , Kelly Rissman

Recap: What happened in the immediate aftermath of the tragedy?

Wednesday 1 May 2024 13:00 , Kelly Rissman

The investigation into the tragedy is ongoing.

After the incident, police found “well over 500 rounds of projectiles and casings” inside the home, said Police Chief Johnny Jennings, who wiped away tears at the press conference.

Authorities recovered an AR-15 rifle and a 40-calibre handgun along with additional magazines and ammunition for both firearms.

Police are not “not ruling out the possibility that someone else was firing as well,” Chief Jennings said. He explained that authorities believe there could have been more than one shooter since shots were being fired “down at the officers both front and back.”

Despite this theory, police are “not looking or interested in any additional suspects or any persons of interest.”

There were two others inside the home. One is a 17-year-old girl and the other a woman who is “a little older.” Their relationship to Hughes was not made clear but they were in the home “voluntarily,” Chief Jennings said.

The pair were taken in for interviews with detectives on Monday and have been cooperating, he said.

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Everything we know about the Charlotte shooting

WATCH: North Carolina shootout which killed four police officers filmed by neighbour hiding in home

Wednesday 1 May 2024 13:35 , Kelly Rissman

What happened to the other officers involved?

Wednesday 1 May 2024 14:00 , Kelly Rissman

The CMPD said that 12 of its officers fired their service weapons — and now all of them are on paid, administrative leave.

Chief Johnny Jennings assured at Tuesday’s press conference that this is standard practice for an officer-involved shooting.

The CMPD’s Internal Affairs Bureau will conduct a separate but parallel investigation.

ICYMI: What happened in the Charlotte shooting?

Wednesday 1 May 2024 14:20 , Kelly Rissman

Law enforcement officers arrived at a home in the 5000 block of Galway Drive around 1.30pm on 29 April to serve a warrant when all hell broke loose, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Chief Johnny Jennings said at a Tuesday press conference.

The US Marshals Fugitive Task Force, composed of officers from 16 agencies across the state, were serving a 39-year-old Terry Clark Hughes Jr, a convicted felon with an extensive criminal record.

Hughes was wanted for possession of a firearm by felon, and felony flee to elude out of Lincoln County, North Carolina.

When officers approached the home, shots were fired from an “elevated level” inside, the police chief said. The shooter was “ambushing” officers, making it hard for law enforcement officials to take cover, he added.

At some point, Hughes Jr exited his home, armed with a firearm. The officers “perceived an imminent deadly threat” and fired at Hughes in his front yard, killing him.

In total, eight officers were hit by gunshots.

Four were killed and four others have survived their injuries. Three of the fallen officers were members of the US Marshals Fugitive Task Force while one was a CMPD officer.

The investigation into the tragedy is ongoing.

After the incident, police found “well over 500 rounds of projectiles and casings” inside the home, said Police Chief Johnny Jennings, who wiped away tears at the press conference.

Authorities recovered an AR-15 rifle and a 40-calibre handgun along with additional magazines and ammunition for both firearms.

Police are not “not ruling out the possibility that someone else was firing as well,” Chief Jennings said. He explained that authorities believe there could have been more than one shooter since shots were being fired “down at the officers both front and back.”

Despite this theory, police are “not looking or interested in any additional suspects or any persons of interest.”

There were two others inside the home. One is a 17-year-old girl and the other a woman who is “a little older.” Their relationship to Hughes was not made clear but they were in the home “voluntarily,” Chief Jennings said.

The pair were taken in for interviews with detectives on Monday and have been cooperating, he said.

Which officers were killed in the shooting?

Wednesday 1 May 2024 14:45 , Kelly Rissman

Four officers were killed in the shooting. They have been dubbed “heroes” by their superiors.

Three of the officers killed were members of the US Marshal Fugitive Task Force: Sam Poloche and Alden Elliott of the North Carolina Department of Adult Corrections and Thomas Weeks, a deputy US Marshal.

A fourth victim, Joshua Eyer, was an officer with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department.

Background into the suspect

Wednesday 1 May 2024 15:00 , Kelly Rissman

In Januarry, 39-year-old Terry Clark Hughes Jr took police on a car chase through Lincoln County, North Carolina .

Lincoln County Sheriff Bill Beam recounted the incident to WCNC Charlotte.

One of his officers tried to pull over Hughes. Rather than slowing, he “took off,” the sheriff said.

Sheriff Beam said the high-speed chase was ultimately called off when a police officer noticed the car that was being followed was registered to a woman — not Hughes.

In photos: the aftermath of the Charlotte shooting

Wednesday 1 May 2024 15:20 , Kelly Rissman

GoFundMe for Officer Joshua Eyer tops $40,000

Wednesday 1 May 2024 15:45 , Kelly Rissman

A GoFundMe page to “support the family of Officer Eyer” has raised more than $46,000.

Eyer, who served for six years in CMPD’s North Tryon Division for six years, is survived by his wife and three-year-old son, the fundraiser says: “Every dollar of this GoFundMe will go to them.”

“CMPD Officer Joshua Eyer has passed away from his injuries after being shot in the line of duty while assisting other officers with the apprehension of a suspect,” the page says.

“We are forever indebted to Officer Eyer for his bravery and ultimate sacrifice. His life and service will never be forgotten. Please say a prayer for Officer Eyer’s loved ones during this difficult time.”

Who was the suspect?

Wednesday 1 May 2024 16:00 , Kelly Rissman

Hughes was 39 years old, five-foot-nine, and 180 pounds. Officers had been attempting to serve felony warrants on him on Monday.

North Carolina criminal records show he has an extensive rap sheet with many drug-related charges.

Hughes also faced charges of aggravated assault against a female in 2010; multiple counts of possession of firearm by felon; multiple counts of fleeing to elude arrest; reckless driving to endanger as well as communicating threats — a charge brought by his father.

Hughes was previously convicted of weapon law violations and breaking and entering.

When asked on Tuesday whether someone like Hughes should have been allowed to be on the streets, Chief Jennings said that he had spent “a significant amount of time in jail and had been released.”

That being said, the chief added: “I can give you hundreds of examples of people that I feel like should not be out praying upon his citizens…our system is not completely where it needs to be.”

Hughes had a 20-year rap sheet including drug, assault and weapons charges

Wednesday 1 May 2024 16:15 , Kelly Rissman

Prior to the fierce shootout in Charlotte, North Carolina – in which four law enforcement officers were killed and several others wounded – police had been attempting to serve felony warrants on 39-year-old Terry Clark Hughes Jr.

Hughes – who also died in the shootout – had been arrested dozens of times, with almost 50 cases listed online, including charges relating to drug manufacture, firearm possession and aggravated assault.

The charges against him stretch back over 20 years and across multiple counties in North Carolina, with one listed against him as far back as 2001 over communicating threats — against his own father, Terry Clark Hughes Sr.

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department (CPMD) chief Johnny Jennings said that Hughes Jr had previously spent a “significant amount of time” behind bars.

CPMD said that at the time of Monday’s incident, Hughes was wanted for possession of a firearm by felon and felony flee to elude out of Lincoln County, North Carolina.

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Charlotte shooting suspect had a 20-year rap sheet

WATCH: North Carolina shootout which killed four police officers filmed by neighbour hiding in home

Wednesday 1 May 2024 16:30 , Kelly Rissman

GoFundMe Page for families of injured and killed officers surpasses $100k

Wednesday 1 May 2024 16:45 , Kelly Rissman

As of Wednesday morning, the GoFundMe page has raised more than $100,000, which has vowed to “provide support for those affected, offering a beacon of hope amidst the darkness of this tragedy.”

“As the community reels from this senseless act of violence, thoughts and prayers pour out for the wounded officers and their families,” the fundraiser says.

“As the investigation unfolds and the names of the fallen are confirmed, the community stands together in solidarity, determined to honor the bravery of those who sacrificed their lives in the line of duty,” it continued.

You can find find the fundraiser here.

Officials mourn loss of four law enforcement officers

Wednesday 1 May 2024 17:00 , Kelly Rissman

At Tuesday’s press conference, one day after the shooting in Charlotte took four officers’ lives and left four others injured, a series of agency and government officials spoke, giving tribute to the fallen officers.

“North Carolina lost four heroes and saw four other heroes wounded,” Gov Roy Cooper said. “We are grateful for their bravery and courage,” he said of the fallen officers.

Attorney General Josh Stein called it an “exceptionally trying time”.

Speaking of the slain officers, he said, “We mourn their ultimate sacrifice.”

Mayor Vi Lyles commended law enforcement officers’ “willingness to stand where others will not.”

Who are the injured officers?

Wednesday 1 May 2024 17:15 , Kelly Rissman

• Chris Tolley, a CMPD officer, underwent surgery and is now in stable condidtion

• Mike Giglio, a CMPD officer, suffered gunshot wound injuries and was released yesterday

• Jack Blowers, a CMPD officer, suffered gunshot wound injuries and was released yesterday

• Joshua Campbell, a CMPD officer, who not shot but suffered a broken foot and was discharged this morning

White House mourns ‘heroes’ lost in Charlotte shooting

Wednesday 1 May 2024 17:30 , Kelly Rissman

Earlier today, four brave law enforcement officers – including a Deputy U.S. Marshal – were killed in the line of duty. They are heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice, rushing into harm’s way to protect us. We mourn for them and their loved ones. And we pray for the recoveries of the courageous officers who were wounded. When a law enforcement officer puts on that shield in the morning and heads out the door, their family members dread the phone call – the very call that came today. It’s like losing a piece of your soul. To the families of those we lost: Jill and I, and all Americans, are here for you. And we will always be here for you. We must do more to protect our law enforcement officers. That means funding them – so they have the resources they need to do their jobs and keep us safe. And it means taking additional action to combat the scourge of gun violence. Now. Leaders in Congress need to step up so that we ban assault weapons and high-capacity magazines, require safe storage of guns, and pass universal background checks and a national red flag law. Enough is enough. May God Bless these fallen heroes.

ICYMI: What happened during Monday’s shooting?

Wednesday 1 May 2024 17:45 , Kelly Rissman

Law enforcement officers arrived at a home in the 5000 block of Galway Drive around 1.30pm on 29 April to serve a warrant when all hell broke loose, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Chief Johnny Jennings said at a Tuesday press conference.

The US Marshals Fugitive Task Force, composed of officers from 16 agencies across the state, were serving a 39-year-old Terry Clark Hughes Jr, a convicted felon with an extensive criminal record.

Hughes was wanted for possession of a firearm by felon, and felony flee to elude out of Lincoln County, North Carolina.

When officers approached the home, shots were fired from an “elevated level” inside, the police chief said. The shooter was “ambushing” officers, making it hard for law enforcement officials to take cover, he added.

At some point, Hughes Jr exited his home, armed with a firearm. The officers “perceived an imminent deadly threat” and fired at Hughes in his front yard, killing him.

In total, eight officers were hit by gunshots.

Four were killed and four others have survived their injuries. Three of the fallen officers were members of the US Marshals Fugitive Task Force while one was a CMPD officer.

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Everything we know about the Charlotte shooting

Law enforcement officers killed by gunfire

Wednesday 1 May 2024 18:00 , Kelly Rissman

So far in 2024, 21 police officers have died due to gunfire, according to the National Gun Violence Archive.

Monday’s incident was one of the deadliest officer-involved shootings in recent history.

CMPD Chief Johnny Jennings explained at a Tuesday press conference that the armor used was inadquate against AR-15 rifles, which was one of the weapons recovered from the suburban Charlotte home: “traditional body armor for police officers cannot withstand a rifle round.”

He added, “officers were at a disadvantage because the individual” was at an elevated level.

Wednesday 1 May 2024 18:15 , Kelly Rissman

Although police have said they are still constructing an exact timeline of the events leading up to and after the Charlotte shooting, here is what we know so far:

Monday, April 29:

• Around 1.30pm: Law enforcement officers approached the home on Galway Drive attempting to serve active felony warrants.

  • Shots were fired as officers neared the home. “There’s indication that the suspect saw them coming to the house prior to them getting to the front door,” CMPD Chief Johnny Jennings said at Tuesday’s press conference.

  • Gunfire was coming from an “elevated position” inside the home, CMPD has said.

  • As officers were rendering aid to colleagues who had been struck, more gunfire erupted.

• At some point, the suspect exited the residence on Galway Drive with a firearm, police said.

  • After perceiving an “imminent deadly threat,” officers shot Hughes, in the front yard of the home, killing him.

• The CMPD’s SWAT began negotiations with other occupants in the house, police said.

  • A 17-year-old girl and another woman then exited the home and were transported interviewed by detectives. They have been fully cooperative and are not considered suspects, Chief Jennings said.

• In total, eight officers were shot, and were all transported to local hospitals for treatment.

  • Three officers were pronounced dead at the hospital. They were identified as Sam Poloche and Alden Elliott, both of the North Carolina Department of Adult Correction, and Thomas Weeks, a deputy US Marshal.

  • After around 9.30pm, CMPD announced that one of its officers — Joshua Eyer — had succumbed to his injuries.

• Overnight: Police processed the crime scene.

  • Investigators recovered two firearms —an AR – 15 rifle and 40-caliber handgun — as well as additional magazines and ammunition for both firearms.

Tuesday, April 30:

• At a 11am press conference, Chief Jennings revealed the identities of the four injuried officers: CMPD Officers Chris Tolley, Mike Giglio, Jack Blowers and

  Joshua Campbell. Only Mr Tolley remained in the hospital, in stable condition, while the other three had been discharged.

• Chief Jennings reiterated that police are “not looking or interested in any additional suspects or any persons of interest.”

  • However, he added that investigators are not yet ruling out the possibility that a second shooter was firing from the home.

WATCH: North Carolina shootout which killed four police officers filmed by neighbor hiding in home

Wednesday 1 May 2024 18:30 , Kelly Rissman

Attorney General Merrick Garland remarks on Charlotte shooting

Wednesday 1 May 2024 18:45 , Kelly Rissman

“Every single day, Deputy U.S. Marshals and Task Force Officers put their lives on the line to apprehend some of our country’s most dangerous criminals. Today, three of those dedicated public servants made the ultimate sacrifice. Multiple other officers were critically injured while carrying out this operation to protect their community.

“The Justice Department is heartbroken by the deaths of three of our own law enforcement colleagues, and we extend our deepest condolences to their loved ones as they grieve this unfathomable loss.”

Who were the involved officers?

Wednesday 1 May 2024 19:00 , Kelly Rissman

Four officers were killed in the shooting. They have been dubbed “heroes” by their superiors.

Three of the officers killed were members of the US Marshal Fugitive Task Force: Sam Poloche and Alden Elliott of the North Carolina Department of Adult Corrections and Thomas Weeks, a deputy US Marshal.

A fourth victim, Joshua Eyer, was an officer with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department.

Four other officers were injured, all CMPD officers.

Officer Chris Tolley underwent surgery and on Tuesday morning was in stable condition.

Officers Mike Giglio and Jack Blowers suffered from gunshot wounds. Both were released from hospital on Monday.

Officer Joshua Campbell was not shot, but sustained a broken foot. He was discharged from hospital on Tuesday morning.

Chief Jennings said that the “officers were at a disadvantage because” the shooter fired from an elevated level. On top of this, he noted that their body armor “cannot withstand a rifle round.”

On Tuesday, Governor Roy Cooper said: “North Carolina lost four heroes and saw four other heroes wounded.”

“We are grateful for their bravery and courage,” he added.

ICYMI: Rap sheet of the suspect, revealed

Wednesday 1 May 2024 19:30 , Kelly Rissman

Terry Clark Hughes Jr, 39, who also died in the Monday shootout. Prior to that, records show he had been arrested dozens of times, with almost 50 cases listed online, including charges relating to drug manufacture, firearm possession and aggravated assault.

In April 2010 he was arrested for aggravated assault against a female in Charlotte. That same year he was convicted of breaking and entering in Person County, north of Raleigh-Durham, and spent approximately six months in prison before being released in May 2011.

One year prior in 2009, he had been charged with the same offence as well as possessing a stolen firearm.

In 2006 Hughes was twice charged with carrying a concealed gun and jailed again later that year in December on further charges of weapons law violations.

In his final act on Monday he is suspected of killing four law enforcement officers, before being gunned down by police as he attempted to exit a residence on Galway Drive, in Charlotte.

Shots were fired from overhead, as he was apparently shooting from the second floor of his home, CMPD said.

“Preliminary information indicates that the suspect was firing from an elevated position inside the residence while ambushing officers making it extremely difficult for officers to seek cover,” the force wrote on X.

CMPD added that two females who were inside the residence were brought in to be interviewed by detectives and were cooperating with the ongoing investigation. “At this time, there are no additional suspects or persons of interest,” the department said.

Charlotte shooting suspect had a 20-year rap sheet

Rough timeline of the shooting

Wednesday 1 May 2024 20:00 , Kelly Rissman

Although police have said they are still constructing an exact timeline of the events leading up to and after the Charlotte shooting, here is what we know so far:

Monday, April 29:

• Around 1.30pm: Law enforcement officers approached the home on Galway Drive attempting to serve active felony warrants.

  • Shots were fired as officers neared the home. “There’s indication that the suspect saw them coming to the house prior to them getting to the front door,” CMPD Chief Johnny Jennings said at Tuesday’s press conference.

  • Gunfire was coming from an “elevated position” inside the home, CMPD has said.

  • As officers were rendering aid to colleagues who had been struck, more gunfire erupted.

• At some point, the suspect exited the residence on Galway Drive with a firearm, police said.

  • After perceiving an “imminent deadly threat,” officers shot Hughes, in the front yard of the home, killing him.

• The CMPD’s SWAT began negotiations with other occupants in the house, police said.

  • A 17-year-old girl and another woman then exited the home and were transported interviewed by detectives. They have been fully cooperative and are not considered suspects, Chief Jennings said.

• In total, eight officers were shot, and were all transported to local hospitals for treatment.

  • Three officers were pronounced dead at the hospital. They were identified as Sam Poloche and Alden Elliott, both of the North Carolina Department of Adult Correction, and Thomas Weeks, a deputy US Marshal.

  • After around 9.30pm, CMPD announced that one of its officers — Joshua Eyer — had succumbed to his injuries.

• Overnight: Police processed the crime scene.

  • Investigators recovered two firearms —an AR – 15 rifle and 40-caliber handgun — as well as additional magazines and ammunition for both firearms.

Tuesday, April 30:

• At a 11am press conference, Chief Jennings revealed the identities of the four injuried officers: CMPD Officers Chris Tolley, Mike Giglio, Jack Blowers and

  Joshua Campbell. Only Mr Tolley remained in the hospital, in stable condition, while the other three had been discharged.

• Chief Jennings reiterated that police are “not looking or interested in any additional suspects or any persons of interest.”

  • However, he added that investigators are not yet ruling out the possibility that a second shooter was firing from the home.

Who was the suspect?

Wednesday 1 May 2024 20:30 , Kelly Rissman

Hughes was 39 years old, five-foot-nine, and 180 pounds. Officers had been attempting to serve felony warrants on him on Monday.

North Carolina criminal records show he has an extensive rap sheet with many drug-related charges.

Hughes also faced charges of aggravated assault against a female in 2010; multiple counts of possession of firearm by felon; multiple counts of fleeing to elude arrest; reckless driving to endanger as well as communicating threats — a charge brought by his father.

Hughes was previously convicted of weapon law violations and breaking and entering.

When asked on Tuesday whether someone like Hughes should have been allowed to be on the streets, Chief Jennings said that he had spent “a significant amount of time in jail and had been released.”

That being said, the chief added: “I can give you hundreds of examples of people that I feel like should not be out praying upon his citizens…our system is not completely where it needs to be.”

CMPD gives tribute to slain officer Joshua Eyer

Wednesday 1 May 2024 21:00 , Kelly Rissman

ICYMI: What happened?

Wednesday 1 May 2024 22:00 , Kelly Rissman

Law enforcement officers arrived at a home in the 5000 block of Galway Drive around 1.30pm on 29 April to serve a warrant when all hell broke loose, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Chief Johnny Jennings said at a Tuesday press conference.

The US Marshals Fugitive Task Force, composed of officers from 16 agencies across the state, were serving a 39-year-old Terry Clark Hughes Jr, a convicted felon with an extensive criminal record.

Hughes was wanted for possession of a firearm by felon, and felony flee to elude out of Lincoln County, North Carolina.

When officers approached the home, shots were fired from an “elevated level” inside, the police chief said. The shooter was “ambushing” officers, making it hard for law enforcement officials to take cover, he added.

At some point, Hughes Jr exited his home, armed with a firearm. The officers “perceived an imminent deadly threat” and fired at Hughes in his front yard, killing him.

In total, eight officers were hit by gunshots.

Four were killed and four others have survived their injuries. Three of the fallen officers were members of the US Marshals Fugitive Task Force while one was a CMPD officer.

Read the full story...

Everything we know about the Charlotte shooting

WATCH: CMPD updates on Charlotte police shooting, identifies victims

Wednesday 1 May 2024 23:00 , Kelly Rissman

White House mourns ‘heroes’ lost in Charlotte shooting

Thursday 2 May 2024 00:00 , Kelly Rissman

Earlier today, four brave law enforcement officers – including a Deputy U.S. Marshal – were killed in the line of duty. They are heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice, rushing into harm’s way to protect us. We mourn for them and their loved ones. And we pray for the recoveries of the courageous officers who were wounded.

When a law enforcement officer puts on that shield in the morning and heads out the door, their family members dread the phone call – the very call that came today. It’s like losing a piece of your soul.

To the families of those we lost: Jill and I, and all Americans, are here for you. And we will always be here for you. We must do more to protect our law enforcement officers. That means funding them – so they have the resources they need to do their jobs and keep us safe.

And it means taking additional action to combat the scourge of gun violence. Now. Leaders in Congress need to step up so that we ban assault weapons and high-capacity magazines, require safe storage of guns, and pass universal background checks and a national red flag law. Enough is enough. May God Bless these fallen heroes.

Who are the injured officers?

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• Chris Tolley, a CMPD officer, underwent surgery and is now in stable condidtion

• Mike Giglio, a CMPD officer, suffered gunshot wound injuries and was released yesterday

• Jack Blowers, a CMPD officer, suffered gunshot wound injuries and was released yesterday

• Joshua Campbell, a CMPD officer, who not shot but suffered a broken foot and was discharged this morning

In photos: the aftermath of the Charlotte shooting

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A look at the suspect’s rap sheet

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Prior to the fierce shootout in Charlotte, North Carolina – in which four law enforcement officers were killed and several others wounded – police had been attempting to serve felony warrants on 39-year-old Terry Clark Hughes Jr.

Hughes – who also died in the shootout – had been arrested dozens of times, with almost 50 cases listed online, including charges relating to drug manufacture, firearm possession and aggravated assault.

The charges against him stretch back over 20 years and across multiple counties in North Carolina, with one listed against him as far back as 2001 over communicating threats — against his own father, Terry Clark Hughes Sr.

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department (CPMD) chief Johnny Jennings said that Hughes Jr had previously spent a “significant amount of time” behind bars.

CPMD said that at the time of Monday’s incident, Hughes was wanted for possession of a firearm by felon and felony flee to elude out of Lincoln County, North Carolina.

On 24 April, he had failed to appear in court related to charges of possession of firearm by felon and marijuana possession, according to the department.

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Charlotte shooting suspect had a 20-year rap sheet

WATCH: North Carolina shootout which killed four police officers filmed by neighbour hiding in home

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President Biden planning to meet family members of slain officers

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President Joe Biden is expected to travel to North Carolina on Thursday to meet with the family members of four officers killed earlier in Monday’s incident — the deadliest attack on law enforcement since 2016.

GoFundMe Page for families of injured and killed officers tops $100k

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As of Wednesday morning, the GoFundMe page has raised more than $113,000 which has vowed to “provide support for those affected, offering a beacon of hope amidst the darkness of this tragedy.”

“As the community reels from this senseless act of violence, thoughts and prayers pour out for the wounded officers and their families,” the fundraiser says.

“As the investigation unfolds and the names of the fallen are confirmed, the community stands together in solidarity, determined to honor the bravery of those who sacrificed their lives in the line of duty,” it continued.

You can find find the fundraiser here.

WATCH: North Carolina shootout which killed four police officers filmed by neighbour hiding in home

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The timeline

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Although police have said they are still constructing an exact timeline of the events leading up to and after the Charlotte shooting, here is what we know so far:

Monday, April 29:

• Around 1.30pm: Law enforcement officers approached the home on Galway Drive attempting to serve active felony warrants.

  • Shots were fired as officers neared the home. “There’s indication that the suspect saw them coming to the house prior to them getting to the front door,” CMPD Chief Johnny Jennings said at Tuesday’s press conference.

  • Gunfire was coming from an “elevated position” inside the home, CMPD has said.

  • As officers were rendering aid to colleagues who had been struck, more gunfire erupted.

• At some point, the suspect exited the residence on Galway Drive with a firearm, police said.

  • After perceiving an “imminent deadly threat,” officers shot Hughes, in the front yard of the home, killing him.

• The CMPD’s SWAT began negotiations with other occupants in the house, police said.

  • A 17-year-old girl and another woman then exited the home and were transported interviewed by detectives. They have been fully cooperative and are not considered suspects, Chief Jennings said.

• In total, eight officers were shot, and were all transported to local hospitals for treatment.

  • Three officers were pronounced dead at the hospital. They were identified as Sam Poloche and Alden Elliott, both of the North Carolina Department of Adult Correction, and Thomas Weeks, a deputy US Marshal.

  • After around 9.30pm, CMPD announced that one of its officers — Joshua Eyer — had succumbed to his injuries.

• Overnight: Police processed the crime scene.

  • Investigators recovered two firearms —an AR – 15 rifle and 40-caliber handgun — as well as additional magazines and ammunition for both firearms.

Tuesday, April 30:

• At a 11am press conference, Chief Jennings revealed the identities of the four injuried officers: CMPD Officers Chris Tolley, Mike Giglio, Jack Blowers and

  Joshua Campbell. Only Mr Tolley remained in the hospital, in stable condition, while the other three had been discharged.

• Chief Jennings reiterated that police are “not looking or interested in any additional suspects or any persons of interest.”

  • However, he added that investigators are not yet ruling out the possibility that a second shooter was firing from the home.