A Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department officer died by suicide in west Charlotte on Monday, CMPD confirmed.
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There was a large police presence in the area of Steele Creek Road and Dorcas Lane, which is in west Charlotte near Charlotte Douglas International Airport, around noon Monday after reports of an officer-involved shooting.
CMPD confirmed an officer was taken to the hospital to be treated for a self-inflicted gunshot wound. Unfortunately, he died at the hospital due to his injuries.
In a briefing on Monday afternoon, CMPD Police Chief Johnny Jennings stressed the importance of supporting the mental health of law enforcement officers.
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