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Driver Killed After Yuma Traffic Stop as Officers Open Fire

A regional critical-incident team is leading an early-stage investigation.

Overview

  • Officers stopped a vehicle shortly before 8:30 p.m. on Colorado Street between 9th and 10th avenues.
  • Police say officers fired while attempting to detain the driver.
  • The driver was pronounced dead at the scene, and no officers were injured.
  • The involved officers were placed on “modified no duty” pending the inquiry.
  • Investigators have not released the driver’s name and are asking witnesses to call 928-783-4421 or 78-CRIME.