Orlando Officer Shot and Killed, Manhunt Under Way for Suspect

An Orlando police officer was shot and killed Monday morning. A suspect, who was already wanted in connection with the murder of his pregnant ex-girlfriend, is now the subject of a massive law enforcement manhunt.

Master Sgt. Debra Clayton was shot and killed Monday morning in a confrontation with a murder suspect. (Photo: Orlando PD/Twitter)Master Sgt. Debra Clayton was shot and killed Monday morning in a confrontation with a murder suspect. (Photo: Orlando PD/Twitter)

An Orlando police officer was shot and killed Monday morning. A suspect, who was already wanted in connection with the murder of his pregnant ex-girlfriend, is now the subject of a massive law enforcement manhunt.

Markeith Loyd, 41, was spotted Monday morning fleeing in a vehicle from the Walmart near Princeton Avenue near John Young Parkway, where the reportedly female Orlando officer was shot, the Orange County Sheriff's Office said.

Markeith Loyd, 41, is wanted for the killing of an Orlando officer. (Photo: Orange County SO)Markeith Loyd, 41, is wanted for the killing of an Orlando officer. (Photo: Orange County SO)

The fallen officer has been identified as Master Sgt. Debra Clayton. She was a 17-year veteran of the Orlando PD.

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