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In a shocking incident in Montclair, New Jersey, a woman has been charged in connection with the shooting of a police officer on Monday. The incident took place in the 100 block of Forest Street, where Officer Michael Medrano was shot in the shoulder area.
Details of the Incident
The shooting occurred around 1:10 p.m. when police responded to reports of an armed person at a home in the neighborhood. As officers approached the residence, they were met with gunfire. Officer Medrano, 33, sustained injuries in the altercation.
Another officer returned fire and shot the suspect, identified as 39-year-old Maryann Swain. Both Medrano and Swain were taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. While Medrano has been released from the hospital, Swain remains hospitalized.
Charges Against the Suspect
Swain has been charged with aggravated assault, endangering the welfare of a child, unlawful possession of a weapon, and possession of a weapon for an unlawful purpose. Witnesses in the neighborhood described Swain as a mother of two who had moved in six months ago.
One witness, Marilyn Sprague, recounted the moment of the shooting, saying, “I was walking up to my house and the officer said, ‘Run, run, run!’ I’m still asking myself what made her do something like that. I just can’t comprehend it at all.”
Conclusion
The incident has left the Montclair community shocked and saddened by the violence that unfolded in their neighborhood. As investigations continue into the circumstances surrounding the shooting, residents are coming to terms with the reality of such events happening close to home.
Stay tuned for further updates on this developing story.
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