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The Suspect in Chester Police Chase and Officer-Involved Shooting identified
In a dramatic turn of events in Chester, Pennsylvania, a suspect was shot and killed during a police chase and officer-involved shooting in Delaware County. The incident, which occurred on Saturday morning, left the community in shock.
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Authorities have identified the suspect as 40-year-old Torraize Armstrong. The chase began after police received reports of a drive-by shooting in the area. Detective Steve Byrnes, a 16-year-veteran on the Chester police force, responded to the call and attempted to stop the suspect’s vehicle.
According to reports, Armstrong got out of the car on West 14th Street and Arbor Drive and started firing at officers. In the exchange of gunfire that followed, Armstrong was struck multiple times and later succumbed to his injuries at Crozer-Chester Medical Center.
Officer Byrnes Recovering at Home
Officer Byrnes, who was injured in the shooting, was also taken to the hospital for treatment. Initial reports suggested he had been shot twice, but it was later clarified that he was wearing a tactical vest that protected him from one of the bullets.
Police Chief Steven Gretsky provided an update on Byrnes’ condition, stating that the officer has been discharged from the hospital and is now recovering at home with his family.
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Gun Used in Shooting Linked to Drive-By Incident
Authorities confirmed that the gun used by Armstrong in the officer-involved shooting was the same weapon used in the drive-by incident earlier that day. This connection has raised concerns about the prevalence of gun violence in the area.
This incident marks the third shooting involving an officer in Delaware County within a span of two weeks, highlighting the dangers that law enforcement officers face in the line of duty.
As the community comes to terms with the events that unfolded in Chester, Pennsylvania, it serves as a reminder of the risks and challenges that law enforcement officers confront every day.
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