THREE POLICE SHOT DEAD IN U.S CITY, BARTON ROGUE
Three police officers have been shot dead in United States, U.S, city Barton Rogue, BBC have confirmed, while about three were reported to be injured.
Although, the motive of the attack is yet to be known. United States President, Barack Obama, described the attack as "Work of Cowards".
Alton Sterling was killed by the police in this city two weeks ago, sparked a dramatic protest. Gavin Long, 29, as been identified as suspected gunman and has been shot dead.
The White House tweeted ;
Although, the motive of the attack is yet to be known. United States President, Barack Obama, described the attack as "Work of Cowards".
Alton Sterling was killed by the police in this city two weeks ago, sparked a dramatic protest. Gavin Long, 29, as been identified as suspected gunman and has been shot dead.
The White House tweeted ;
"Only we can prove, in our own actions and words, that we will not be divided, even if we have to do it again and again and again." —@POTUS
- "Regardless of motive, the deaths of these three brave officers underscores the dangers that police... confront every single day," he said. "We as a nation have to be loud and clear that nothing justifies violence against police officers.", a statement released by Barack Obama while adressing the U.S nation.
- Barack Obama, U.S President
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