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Biloxi police officer, at least 4 others injured in Beach Boulevard shooting
One police officer and at least four others are injured following a shooting near Surf Style on Highway 90 in Biloxi.
According to WLOX, 10 shots rang out late Sunday evening from multiple spots with people scrambling for safety.
Witnesses reported seeing a male officer receiving aid for a gunshot wound to his right arm, with the Biloxi Police Department later confirming that the officer was injured while searching for the shooter.
Officers are currently investigating around two or three crime scenes to determine the cause of the shooting.
Biloxi Police Chief…
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By: Alyssa Arbuckle
Title: Biloxi police officer, at least 4 others injured in Beach Boulevard shooting
Sourced From: www.supertalk.fm/biloxi-police-officer-at-least-4-others-injured-in-beach-boulevard-shooting/
Published Date: Mon, 17 Apr 2023 14:02:14 +0000
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