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Two DeKalb County, Georgia, police officers were shot Wednesday while responding to an open-line domestic disturbance call. Despite being wounded, one of the officers chased and apprehended the suspect.
DeKalb County Police Department Chief Mirtha Ramos told FOX5 that 911 received a call a little after 11 a.m., and the dispatcher could hear arguing over an open line. Two officers responded, and upon arrival, a woman told them her 20-year-old son was arguing and being aggressive.
Police said as the officer approached a bedroom door, the son opened fire, hitting both officers.
One was hit in the leg or hip, and the other in the foot. The officer who was wounded in his leg/hip was able to chase the suspect and take him into custody.
The officers were taken to Grady Hospital, one by ambulance and the other in a patrol car. The chief said both officers were doing well but would likely stay overnight in the hospital.
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