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3 La. officers shot during standoff; suspect in custody

The standoff occurred after a vehicle pursuit

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Brandon Carpenter.

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By Police1 Staff

MOREAUVILLE, La. – A suspect shot three officers with a shotgun during a standoff Thursday.

According to WBRZ, a Louisiana State trooper suffered non-life-threatening injuries. One officer is being treated on the scene. The third officer’s condition is unknown.

The standoff occurred after a vehicle pursuit. The trooper and one officer approached a house where the suspect was barricaded. The suspect then shot the officers with a shotgun, according to the report.

The suspect, identified as Brandon Carpenter, is reportedly in custody.

This is a breaking news story and will be updated as more information becomes available.