Four police officers killed in shootout in Charlotte, North Carolina – National

Four officers trying to serve a warrant for a felon wanted for possessing a firearm were killed and four other officers were wounded in a shootout in North Carolina.

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Chief Johnny Jennings said the officers killed the suspect outside the Charlotte home Monday after he fired on them.

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Jennings says officers who rushed to rescue the downed officers were themselves wounded by a second shooter firing from inside the home.

Armored vehicles smashed into the home, tearing down doors and shattering windows.

A woman and a 17-year-old male were taken away for questioning after the three-hour standoff ended. Police also say a high-powered rifle was seized from the home.