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Police Officer Fatally Shoots Suspect in Elizabeth City
In the early hours of Saturday morning, a police officer in Elizabeth City, North Carolina, was forced to make a split-second decision that ended in tragedy. The officer, who was on foot patrol, heard gunshots in the vicinity of the 200 block of Poindexter Street just before 2 a.m. The situation quickly escalated when the officer encountered an armed man, later identified as Bryan Christopher White, 33, from Belvidere, N.C.
Deadly Encounter on Poindexter Street
Despite the officer’s commands to drop his weapon, White failed to comply, leading to a fatal confrontation. The officer was left with no choice but to open fire, resulting in the deaths of both White and another individual, Cory Christopher Revelle, 39, from Elizabeth City.
State Bureau of Investigation on the Case
In the aftermath of the shooting, the State Bureau of Investigation has been called in to review the incident. This independent agency will carefully examine the circumstances surrounding the use of lethal force by the police officer and provide an impartial assessment of the events that transpired.
Appeal for Information
Authorities are urging anyone with additional information regarding the incident to come forward. If you have any details that could assist in the investigation, please contact the Elizabeth City Police Department at 252-335-4321 or the Crime Line at 252-335-5555. Alternatively, you can use the Text-a-Tip service by texting 252-390-8477. Remember, you can remain anonymous while providing valuable information that may help bring clarity to this tragic situation.
Press Conference at the Municipal Building
To address the community and provide updates on the case, the Elizabeth City Police Department has scheduled a news conference at the Municipal Building at 3 p.m. on Saturday. This event will serve as an opportunity for officials to communicate directly with residents and offer transparency in the wake of this devastating incident.
Location of the Incident
The incident took place at the 200 block of Poindexter Street in Elizabeth City, North Carolina. This residential area, nestled within the heart of the city, was shaken by the sounds of gunfire in the early hours of the morning, leaving a lasting impact on the community.
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