A North Carolina police officer, Michael Horan, was fatally shot while responding to a call of a man with a gun at a Food Lion supermarket in Greensboro on Monday. The suspect is in custody, but the circumstances surrounding the shooting remain unclear. Ramona Miller, a shopper, reported hearing five shots just before officers arrived. The North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation leads the ongoing inquiry, with state authorities providing additional support.
Michael Horan, a Greensboro Police Department officer since 2018 and a US Coast Guard member since 2000, was praised for his service. Assistant Police Chief Milford J. Harris lauded him as "an excellent officer" with a strong reputation. Gov. Roy Cooper dispatched state law enforcement officers to assist, highlighting the gravity of the situation. As a precaution, the supermarket remains closed while the investigation proceeds, with Food Lion offering support to employees.
In light of the tragic event, Democratic state Sen. Michael Garrett, representing part of Guilford County, emphasized the need for enhanced safety measures for law enforcement officers. He remarked on social media that "another brave officer" had been shot, underscoring the loss felt by Horan's family during the holiday season. The incident has prompted calls for renewed focus on legislative support for law enforcement safety initiatives. (This story was generated by Newser's AI chatbot. Source: the AP)
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