WSP trooper on administrative leave after officer-involved shooting in Kennewick
KENNEWICK, Wash. -- An early morning officer-involved shooting in Kennewick is now under investigation by the Benton County Sheriff's Office. Ac...
KENNEWICK, Wash. -- An early morning officer-involved shooting in Kennewick is now under investigation by the Benton County Sheriff's Office. According to a press release from the Washington State Patrol, a trooper responded to a driver on the shoulder near milepost 109 at the Badger Canyon exit at 5:54 a.m. The vehicle driver was reported to be in distress and was requesting aid. Officials said the shooting happened just after 6 a.m., with neither the individual nor the trooper hurt. WSP said the trooper is now on paid administrative leave according to WSP policy.