Jersey City (Hudson) ***Police Officer LODD*** 7/13/14

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Date: 7/13/14
Time: Approximately 0400
Location: JFK Blvd W & Communipaw Ave
Units: JCPD, Port Authority Police (including ESU), Hudson County Sheriff SWAT, FDJC, JCMC EMS

***Updated after Mayor's press conference***

Description: Jersey City Police MOS exchanged gunfire with a suspect inside a Walgreens at JFK and Communipaw. The suspect took a weapon from a Walgreens security guard. Officer was hit and transported to JCMC where he succumbed to his injuries. The Officer's murderer was also killed. ESU/SWAT elements conducted thorough search of the store and surrounding areas.

The Fallen Member has been identified as Police Officer Melvin Santiago.  Rest in Peace Officer.

Edited July 13, 2014 by SageVigiles