A California sheriff’s deputy was shot and killed Thursday in a freeway chase that resulted in the death of the suspect after he was fatally shot by authorities.
The Riverside County Sheriff’s Department said an officer was shot in Jurupa Valley, 50 miles east of Los Angeles. The Riverside Sheriff’s Association identified the downed officer as Isaiah Cordero, who was a police officer assigned to the city of Jurupa Valley, according to the department’s Facebook page.
“We are devastated with the grief of losing Deputy Isaiah Cordero, a deputy who was a ray of sunshine for the Riverside Sheriff’s Department, a person who dedicated himself to protecting others,” the union said in a statement. “Once again, we are faced with a tragic reminder of the selflessness and unwavering courage required of law enforcement officers and their families.”
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Riverside County Sheriff’s Deputy Isaiah Cordero was identified by the police union as the deputy who shot and killed Thursday.
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“Deputy Cordero donned his uniform every day to make a difference in his community and keep families safe,” the statement continued. “Deputy Lamb death leaves a tremendous void in the hearts of so many people who had the opportunity to meet him personally. Today, Deputy Cordero he made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty, a debt that can never be repaid. We must honor his memory and life of public service through our words and actions. Our hearts go out to his family, friends and fellow MPs at this difficult time.”
Cordero was shot during a traffic stop around 2 p.m. The officer tried to stop a vehicle, but the driver fled and opened fire, Fox Los Angeles reported.
Authorities at the scene Thursday where a Riverside County sheriff’s deputy was shot and killed. The suspect was shot and killed by authorities a short time later.
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Police units pursued the suspect on Interstate 15 and were fired upon by law enforcement. The suspect was taken to a hospital and died.
A large group of law enforcement officers were seen outside Riverside Community Hospital, where the officer died. Sheriff Chad Bianco is expected to hold a press conference Thursday night.
