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San Diego Police Sergeant Shot in the Head During 4S Ranch Shootout Identified

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SAN DIEGO — The San Diego Police Officers Association has released the name of the San Diego police sergeant who was shot in the head last week during a shootout in 4S Ranch.

Sgt. Anthony Elliott, a husband and father of two children, was critically injured Friday in the shooting. As of Monday, the San Diego County Sheriff’s Department said he remains in stable condition.

The shooting happened when authorities were alerted about a possible stolen vehicle suspect, who also had an unserved Emergency Protection Order against him tied to a prior domestic violence incident. The suspect, identified as 46-year-old Curtis Harris, was located in the parking lot of a shopping plaza in the 10500 block of 4S Common Drive, a short distance away from the home of the victim in the protective order signed by a judge, per SDSO.

When officers tried to contact Harris, he ran to the outside of the Ralph’s grocery store and began firing multiple rounds at officers, according to law enforcement.

The suspect fired at least one round at the SDPD officers, striking the sergeant in the head, the sheriff’s department said. Officers returned fire and struck the suspect an undisclosed number of times.

Authorities provided aid to the wounded officer, as well as Harris who was taken to a hospital and later pronounced dead.

The Peace Officers Research Association of California is currently raising money for Elliott’s family.

According to the SDPD, the sergeant is the third SDPD officer that has been hit by gunfire throughout the last year, with multiple others experiencing suspects shooting at them.

FOX 5’s Danielle Dawson contributed to this story.

Support for Sgt. Anthony Elliott

The Peace Officers Research Association of California (PORAC) is currently organizing a fundraiser to support Sgt. Anthony Elliott and his family. The fundraiser aims to provide financial assistance to help them during this difficult time.

To contribute and show your support, please visit the PORAC website here.

Increase in Police Shootings

The shooting incident involving Sgt. Anthony Elliott is yet another example of the increasing dangers that law enforcement officers face on a daily basis. According to the San Diego Police Department, this marks the third officer in the department to be hit by gunfire in the past year, with numerous other officers being targeted by suspects.

Law enforcement agencies across the country have been grappling with rising incidents of violence against police officers. These incidents highlight the need for continued support and resources to ensure the safety and well-being of our law enforcement personnel.

As investigations into the shooting continue, the San Diego community stands in solidarity with Sgt. Anthony Elliott and his family, wishing for his full recovery and expressing gratitude for his bravery and dedication to serving and protecting the community.

For more information about this incident, please visit the official news article by FOX 5 San Diego.

Source: FOX 5 San Diego

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