NC state trooper fatally shot during traffic stop

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NC DPS: Trooper Fatally Shot While Conducting Traffic Stop

At approximately 12:15 a.m. on Wednesday, October 17, a state trooper stopped a white GMC pickup truck for a speeding violation on US 701 near Sellers Town Rd in Columbus County. The driver of the pickup pulled over onto the shoulder and the trooper made his initial approach. The driver of the pickup then fired several shots, striking the trooper.

After assaulting the trooper, the driver fled the scene, traveling into Fair Bluff. Local police attempted to stop the vehicle and the driver fled, initiating a brief pursuit. The driver of the pickup then fled on foot after his vehicle became disabled while attempting to cross over a railroad crossing. After an extensive search, authorities located the driver and placed him in custody without incident. He was transported to the Columbus County Jail by investigators.

The trooper has been identified as Kevin K. Conner, an 11-year veteran, assigned to Troop B, District 5 (Columbus County). Trooper Conner succumbed to his injuries after being transported to a local hospital.

 

[Dennis in MA]

I'm sure we'll find out some judge in MA let him out on a drug and weapons charge a few weeks ago.

 

[Racenet]

I do believe the title is incorrect on this one. Should be NC, not NH.

 

[Palladin]

THIS^

still not good. But please correct the title

 

[GaryO]

I do believe the title is incorrect on this one. Should be NC, not NH.

Must be a glitch with the Matrix.
Sad story but couldn't pass up the pun

 

[drgrant]

still not good. But please correct the title

fixed it for him