Off-duty Md. officer shoots self after pursuit

The Capital EASTON, Md. — Maryland State Police say an off-duty Montgomery County police officer fatally shot himself after a trooper stopped him for speeding and suspicion of driving under the influence. Police say a trooper stopped 30-year-old Jed Bylsma of Gettysburg, Pa., on Route 50 near Easton around 1:30…

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NYPD: Officer shot self on duty

By PoliceOne Staff NEW YORK — A police officer committed suicide Thursday night while responding to a call in Queens, the NYPD said. Investigators say the 28-year-old officer was arguing with his girlfriend on the phone minutes prior to the shooting, according to CBS New York. His name is being…

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