The police officer who was shot in Deptford Township, New Jersey Friday afternoon has been identified as 27-year-old Robert Shisler, known to most as Bobby.
shootout that left a gunman deadThe Deptford Township Police Department shared that Shisler is a Deptford native who stayed in his hometown to serve.
Melinda Cox, a former teacher of his, said he was a tireless volunteer. Shisler once helped out Cox with her softball summer camp since he was a star catcher in high school.“More than just a police officer,” Cox said. “A role model for Deptford youth.” Shisler was rushed to the hospital in critical condition, but underwent surgery and is in stable condition.
Canada Latest News, Canada Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Police officer shot in Deptford Township, New Jersey identifiedBREAKING UPDATE: Sources ID officer who was shot in Deptford Township, New Jersey. TrishHartman and 6abcAnnie are following the latest:
Read more »
Source: Officer shot in the leg in Deptford, condition unknownOFFICER SHOT: Law enforcement sources say a female police officer was shot in the leg Friday afternoon in Deptford, New Jersey.
Read more »
Officer critical, suspect dead after shooting in Deptford, sources sayA suspect is dead and a police officer is injured after a shooting Friday afternoon in Deptford, New Jersey, law enforcement sources tell FOX 29.
Read more »
Officer wounded, suspect dead in Deptford shooting, officials sayA suspect is dead and a police officer is injured following a shooting Friday afternoon in Deptford, according to the New Jersey Attorney General's Office.
Read more »
'Long recovery ahead': Officer wounded, suspect dead in Deptford shooting, officials sayA suspect is dead and a police officer is recovering following a shooting Friday afternoon in Deptford, according to the New Jersey Attorney General's Office.
Read more »