South Texas police officer was fatally shot during a pursuit of 2 men, police say

Authorities say a South Texas police officer has been fatally shot after joining in an hourslong pursuit of two men after they fled a traffic stop. The pursuit led officers on a chase through several cities before the men were arrested. Authorities say San Benito Lt.

SAN BENITO, Texas — A South Texas police officer was fatally shot after he joined an hourslong pursuit of two men who fled a traffic stop and led officers on a chase through several cities before they were arrested, authorities said.

The two suspects — Rogelio Martinez Jr., 18, of Brownsville and Rodrigo Axel Espinosa Valdez, 23, of Mexico — are facing multiple charges including capital murder, aggravated assault with a deadly weapon and evading arrest, Saenz said. Online jail records do not list attorneys who can speak on their behalf.

The pursuit then returned to Brownsville, where the men were arrested after fleeing from their sport utility vehicle after officers disabled it by performing a maneuver where a vehicle is intentionally bumped, Saenz said.

We have summarized this news so that you can read it quickly. If you are interested in the news, you can read the full text here. Read more:

AP /  🏆 728. in US

United States Latest News, United States Headlines

Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.

Texas A&M freshman dies after falling from dorm balcony, investigation underwayA student at Texas A&M University died after falling from her dorm balcony, according to authorities.
Read more »

ABC News' John Quiñones shares inspirational life story with students at South Texas College of LawGlobetrotting journalist John Quiñones says his childhood filled with poverty and discrimination prepared him for his work on his show 'What Would You Do?' which tests society's reaction to tough situations.
Read more »

San Antonio ISD parents weigh in before school board votes on proposal to close 19 campusesThe latest in news, weather and sports for San Antonio and Central and South Texas.
Read more »

University Health, two organizations help children with health issuesThe latest in news, weather and sports for San Antonio and Central and South Texas.
Read more »