Denver Police Officer Critically Hurt In Traffic Stop Shooting

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DENVER (CBS4) – A Denver police officer was shot multiple times and in critical condition following a violent confrontation during a traffic stop on Federal Boulevard late Tuesday morning.

The traffic stop happened just after 11:20 a.m. near the intersection of 37th and Federal Boulevard. Multiple shots were exchanged between the officer and the suspect or suspects. One suspect was injured and apprehended. It’s believed two other suspects are at large.

“The officer is currently in critical condition. He is in the operating room,” said Dr. Christopher Colwell of Denver Health Medical Center. “His condition has stabilized for the moment. I’m cautiously optimistic.”

Denver Police Chief Robert White said the officer’s name is not being released while they contact family members.

The officer was wearing a bullet-proof vest.

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1. As long as firearms continue to be so readily available this will continue to happen

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2. The readiness of firearms is a manifestation of a deeper problem...

...in the USA, the 2nd amendment is taken as scripture and firearms are objects of idolatry.