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"Mother of Suspect in Oakland Officer's Killing Arrested on Accessory Charges"

In Oakland, the mother of Mark Demetrious Sanders, the man accused of fatally shooting undercover police officer Tuan Le, has been arrested as an accessory after the fact. Felicia Williams, 48, is charged with attempting to help her son flee the state and destroy evidence. Sanders, along with three other suspects, faces murder charges, and all have a history of criminal convictions, including a previous manslaughter plea by Sanders. Officer Le was honored in a Buddhist ceremony, with a public memorial service scheduled for January 10.

via SFist|

##accessoryarrest #crime-and-justice

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"Off-Duty Greensboro Sergeant Fatally Shot Intervening in Crime at Gas Station"

An off-duty Greensboro police officer was fatally shot at a Sheetz gas station, and authorities are searching for two male suspects in their early 20s. The suspects fled in a black Chevrolet Equinox with NC license plate KKA-4432 and were last seen heading west on I-40. The Greensboro Police Chief and North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper have expressed their condolences and commitment to finding the perpetrators. A Blue Alert was issued but later canceled, and it remains unconfirmed if the suspects have been apprehended.

via WSOC Charlotte|

##crime #greensboro

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"Three Arrested After Greensboro Sergeant Fatally Shot, Community Reels"

Sergeant Philip Dale Nix of the Greensboro Police Department was shot and killed while off-duty after witnessing a crime at a Sheetz gas station. Three suspects, Jamere Justice Foster, Z’quriah Le’Pearce Blackwell, and John Walter Morrison, have been arrested in connection with the murder. Foster faces first-degree murder charges, while Blackwell and Morrison are charged with accessory after the fact to first-degree murder, among other charges. The incident occurred on December 30, and the investigation is ongoing with potential additional charges.

via WBTV|

##crime-and-justice #greensboroshooting

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"Three Arrested in Fatal Shooting of Veteran Greensboro Officer at Local Gas Station"

A Greensboro police sergeant with 22 years of service was fatally shot by a suspect during a confrontation at a gas station near Greensboro, North Carolina. The incident occurred after the off-duty officer witnessed a crime. Following the shooting, a Blue Alert was issued, and suspects were apprehended in Winston-Salem. The community and officials, including North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper, have expressed their condolences, and an investigation is ongoing with a call for any additional information from the public.

via CBS17.com|

##bluealert #crime-and-safety

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"Bay Area Mourns the Loss of Officer Tuan Le Killed on Duty"

Oakland police officer Tuan Le's death in the line of duty has deeply affected the Bay Area, particularly the AAPI community. Known for his calm presence and dedication to public service, Le's passing is mourned by many, including Carl Chan, president of the Oakland Chinatown Chamber Foundation. Officer Le, a Vietnamese immigrant and naturalized citizen, was remembered as a devoted husband and a positive force in the community. Plans are underway to provide financial and emotional support to his family.

via CBS News|

##aapicommunity #crime-and-safety

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"Tragedy Strikes as Oakland Officer Fatally Shot at Dispensary, Suspect at Large"

In Oakland, California, Police Officer Tuan Le was fatally shot while responding to a burglary at a marijuana dispensary. The incident occurred early Friday morning, and the officer was later pronounced dead at the hospital. The shooter is currently at large, and authorities are investigating with substantial evidence but have not made any arrests. Officer Le, a community resource officer, is remembered for his positive impact on the community. The city's mayor and the police officers' association expressed their devastation and commitment to bringing the perpetrator to justice. This marks the 54th officer death in the line of duty in Oakland.

via KOMO News|

##crime-and-safety #manhunt