Officials to discuss use of police force in Fargo shooting that killed gunman who fired on officers

Officials to discuss use of police force in Fargo shooting that killed gunman who fired on officers

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North Dakota's attorney general is planning to hold a news conference to discuss a Fargo police officer’s use of deadly force against a gunman who opened fire on other officers, killing one and injuring two. A statement from Attorney General Drew Wrigley’s office said Wednesday’s news conference “will address the officer use of force issue only.” Authorities say Officer Zach Robinson fatally shot 37-year-old Mohamad Barakat after the man fired on officers responding to a traffic crash Friday. Officer Jake Wallin was killed. Officers Andrew Dotas and Tyler Hawes were hospitalized with critical injuries. A woman was also shot, but authorities have not said who shot her.

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