A police officer, Roger Smith, was shot and killed while on duty at WakeMed Garner Healthplex in North Carolina on Saturday morning. Benji Martin Jr., a 29-year-old local resident, has been charged with murder. Officer Smith is being hailed as a hero for his actions that likely prevented further casualties, as noted by Garner police. North Carolina Governor Josh Stein expressed condolences, emphasizing the bravery of law enforcement officers like Smith.
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