Sgt. Chris Ward has been identified as the officer shot and killed during a police standoff in Boone, North Carolina on Wednesday.
The Watauga County Sheriff’s Office announced that Ward died not long after being airlifted to Johnson City Medical Center for treatment. K-9 Deputy Logan Fox, who was also shot, is said to still be at the scene of the ongoing standoff and in unknown condition.
“This is an incredibly tragic situation and our thoughts and prayers are with everyone as well as their families and our community,” Watauga County Sheriff Len Hagaman said in a statement. “I greatly appreciate the tremendous support we are receiving from law enforcement agencies across the region and the state.”
This is a developing story and will be updated as more information becomes available.
