“Altamonte Springs Police Shoot and Kill Eric Seckington, Armed Man in River Run Neighborhood”

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Accident – Death – Obituary News : Altamonte Springs Police Officer Shoots and Kills Armed Man

Altamonte Springs, Florida – In a tragic incident, an Altamonte Springs police officer shot and killed a man who was armed with a rifle. The incident took place on Tuesday evening in the River Run neighborhood. The man has been identified as 65-year-old Eric Seckington.

Police Respond to Disturbing Reports

The Altamonte Springs Police Department received a distressing 911 call reporting a man entering a home with a rifle. Responding promptly to the call, officers were dispatched to the scene at around 5:30 p.m.

Refusal to Comply with Orders Leads to Fatal Consequences

Upon arrival, officers encountered Seckington, who was still armed with the rifle. They immediately instructed him to drop the weapon. However, despite repeated commands, Seckington refused to comply with the officers’ orders.

With the situation escalating and fearing for their safety and the safety of others, an officer opened fire, fatally shooting Seckington. The tragic incident unfolded within seconds, leaving no room for alternative measures.

Officer Placed on Administrative Leave Pending Investigation

As per the standard procedure in such cases, the officer involved in the shooting has been placed on paid administrative leave pending the outcome of a thorough investigation. The Altamonte Springs Police Department is committed to conducting a comprehensive inquiry to determine the circumstances surrounding the shooting.

Appeal for Information

The Altamonte Springs Police Department is urging anyone with information about the incident to come forward. If you have any relevant details, please contact Altamonte Springs Police at 407-339-2441 or provide an anonymous tip through Crimeline at 1-800-423-TIPS.

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This tragic incident serves as a reminder of the dangerous situations police officers face on a daily basis while protecting our communities. The Altamonte Springs Police Department is dedicated to maintaining transparency throughout the investigation, ensuring a fair and thorough examination of the circumstances leading to the fatal shooting..

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