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Video Shows Moments Baldwin Park Police Officer Killed in the Line of Duty

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BALDWIN PARK, CA — A Baldwin Park police officer was fatally shot and another wounded during a confrontation with a suspected gunman on Saturday evening.

The incident, which unfolded in a residential neighborhood, is now being investigated as a double homicide, according to the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department.

At a press conference held shortly after midnight, law enforcement officials detailed the series of events that began around 7:12 p.m. on Saturday, May 31, when Baldwin Park Police responded to reports of gunfire and a person down at a home in the 4200 block of Filhurst Avenue.

Callers indicated that an individual armed with a rifle was actively shooting at the scene.

Upon arriving, officers were immediately met with gunfire. Two Baldwin Park officers were struck and rushed to L.A. General Medical Center in Lincoln Heights.

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One of the officers succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead at the hospital.

The second officer remains hospitalized in stable condition and is surrounded by his family.

“Our officer was an amazing man. He was an avid snowboarder, a Dodger fan,” said Baldwin Park Police Chief Robert López. “It’s extremely tragic to have to deal with this. I ask for your prayers.”

Authorities are withholding the names of the officers involved until their families are fully notified.

Officers at the scene returned fire, striking the suspect, who was taken into custody and transported to a local hospital.

He is currently listed in stable condition. Officials have not disclosed how many officers discharged their weapons.

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In addition to the fallen officer, a second deceased male was discovered at the residence with apparent gunshot wounds.

Investigators believe the same suspect is responsible for both deaths.

Details regarding the second victim have not yet been released, and the suspect’s identity remains undisclosed as the investigation progresses.

Eyewitnesses described a chaotic and frightening scene, with the sound of rapid gunfire echoing through the neighborhood.

“It sounded like fireworks, like strobe rockets or something, just going off constantly back and forth,” said a neighbor. “I thought it was just fireworks, but then you hear patrol cars from everywhere, coming in, swarming.”

“It was crazy. I walked outside and there were all kinds of cop cars flying down the street,” added neighbor Edson Chavez.

Video captured by nearby residents reveals the intensity of the shootout, with dozens of officers, deputies, SWAT members, paramedics, and firefighters converging on the area.

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The entire neighborhood was cordoned off, and a large crowd of onlookers gathered nearby.

Chief López, visibly emotional, reflected on the sacrifice made by his department.

“It’s extremely tragic. I ask the community to remember the officers and deputies who go out there every day, making it safe for all of our families and residents.”

The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Homicide Bureau is leading the investigation.

At this time, there are unconfirmed reports that a second suspect may have been involved, but authorities have not verified that information.

This remains an active investigation. Additional updates will be provided as they become available.

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Victims Identified in Deadly Robeson County Mass Shooting

Two Dead, 13 Injured in Mass Shooting at Large Party in Robeson County, North Carolina

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Victims killed in Robeson County Mass Shooting Identified Jessie Locklear party on Dixon Drive just outside of Maxton
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ROBESON COUNTY, N.C. — A late-night party in eastern North Carolina turned deadly early Saturday morning when gunfire erupted, leaving two people dead and 13 others injured, according to the Robeson County Sheriff’s Office.

Sheriff Burnis Wilkins confirmed that deputies were called to the scene on Dixon Drive, just outside the town of Maxton, at approximately 3:00 a.m. following reports of a shooting at a large outdoor gathering attended by more than 150 people.

When deputies arrived, chaos had already unfolded — witnesses said over 150 individuals fled the area before law enforcement could secure the scene.

Authorities identified the deceased victims as Jessie Locklear and his son Nehemiah Locklear.

Several other victims sustained critical injuries and were transported to area hospitals for emergency treatment.

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Sheriff Wilkins stated that, based on preliminary findings, the shooting appears to have been an isolated incident, and there is no ongoing threat to the wider community.

The Robeson County Sheriff’s Office, with assistance from multiple agencies, continues to investigate the circumstances that led to the violence.

Detectives are working to determine the motive and identify all parties involved.

Authorities are urging anyone with information—or anyone who attended the gathering and witnessed the incident—to contact the Robeson County Sheriff’s Investigators at 910-671-3100.

“We know there were many people present when this occurred,” Sheriff Wilkins said. “If you saw something or know something, we need you to come forward to help bring justice to the victims and their families.”


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