Armed suspect in a standoff killed by police in Oregon after striking a pedestrian and refusing to comply.

On September 14, a standoff in Linn County, Oregon, resulted in the death of an armed suspect who had struck a pedestrian with his vehicle. Law enforcement attempted to negotiate with the suspect, who refused to comply and fired his weapon. Despite efforts from the SWAT and Crisis Negotiation Teams, a Benton County SWAT member fatally shot the suspect. No officers were injured, and the Oregon State Police will investigate the incident.

September 14, 2024
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