Statesville Police Department officer among those shot, injured in Monday’s shooting
CHARLOTTE (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — A Statesville Police officer is among those shot and injured during Monday’s fatal shooting in Charlotte, according to the Statesville Police Department.
Cpl. Casey Hoover, who’s been with the department for eight years, was shot in his upper torso that was not protected by his bulletproof vest.
Hoover was transported by the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department to a level one trauma center in Charlotte where he underwent surgery, officials said. He’s in stable condition and expected to make a full recovery.
“With eight years of dedicated service to our department and two years with the CRFTC, Cpl. Hoover exemplifies the bravery and resilience of our law enforcement community,” Statesville Police Chief David W. Onley said.
In September of 2023, Hoover received a promotion following corporal assessments by the Statesville Police Department. He began with the Patrol Division and is currently in the Criminal Investigations Division and serves as a member of the Special Response Team. Earlier in 2023, Hoover earned the rank of Master Police Officer.
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