Our police officers unfortunately often face danger in their important service in promoting our safety and enforcing our laws. An example this week tragically reminded us.
Chattanooga police officers and a local man were engaged in an armed confrontation.
Unfortunately, in the tense situation, gunfire resulted. A man who reportedly had pointed a revolver at police officers was shot and killed. That was terrible. But it could have been much worse.
We are thankful that such cases are relatively rare as police officers go about their necessary duties. Every fatal event is regrettable.
We appreciate the efforts of our police officers in protecting us, and deeply regret danger and casualties on either side of frightening armed confrontations.