A 29-year-old Florida police detective has died after being shot in the line of duty, authorities say.
with an armed robbery suspect in Miami’s Liberty City neighborhood on Monday night. The suspect -- identified as 32-year-old Jerry Horton of Madison Heights, Michigan -- had opened fire on officers after allegedly robbing a convenience store in Dania Beach and fleeing the scene. Horton and a second suspect were subsequently shot and killed by the officers, according to police.Officer Cesar"Echy" Echaverry is seen here in an undated file photo.
"It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the untimely passing of Officer Cesar "Echy" Echaverry," Ramirez said. "Surrounded by loved ones, Echy succumbed to his injuries after a brief battle for his life."
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