A Cameron NC officer-involved shooting is under investigation after a deadly encounter between a suspect and a Moore County deputy Saturday night. Authorities have identified the man involved as 52-year-old Harvey Franklin Hardy of Cameron.
According to the Moore County Sheriff’s Office, deputies were dispatched around 10:42 p.m. to the 200 block of Carthage Street after a motorist reported that someone had fired a gun and struck their vehicle. The driver was not injured and provided a description of the suspect.
What Happened During the Cameron NC Officer-Involved Shooting
Deputies say a responding officer located an armed individual matching the description within minutes. The suspect reportedly fled on foot, running around a nearby building while being pursued.
During the pursuit, authorities say the suspect fired a weapon at the deputy. The deputy returned fire, striking the individual. The suspect was pronounced dead at the scene.
The deputy involved in the Cameron NC officer-involved shooting was not injured.
Investigation Now Underway
The North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation has taken over the case. This is standard procedure for all officer-involved shootings across North Carolina.
Investigators are now reviewing the circumstances leading up to the incident, including witness statements and physical evidence.
The Cameron NC officer-involved shooting remains an active investigation, and additional details are expected to be released as they become available.
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