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Dallas Officer Darron Burks Killed, Suspect Killed, 2 Officers Wounded in Oak Cliff Shooting

Aug 30, 2024, 01:20 PM

A tragic incident unfolded in Dallas, Texas, on Thursday night when three police officers were shot, resulting in the death of one officer, Darron Burks, and injuries to two others. The shooting occurred in the Oak Cliff neighborhood. Officer Burks was reportedly targeted and executed while sitting in his police cruiser. One of the injured officers is in critical condition. The suspect, a 30-year-old former truck driver, fled the scene, leading to a police chase that ended in Lewisville, where the suspect was shot and killed by officers. The Dallas Police Department and the community are mourning the loss, with tributes pouring in for Officer Burks, who had recently transitioned from a teaching career to law enforcement.