Nevada Police Officer Fatally Shot in Line of Duty

A Nevada sheriff's deputy was shot and killed after a suspect opened fire on police officers who were responding to a domestic violence call, officials have reported.

According to the Associated Press, police officers responded to a report of domestic battery and an injured woman. A male suspect came out of the house and opened fire, killing one of Carson City's sheriff's deputies around 2:18 a.m. Saturday, August 15.

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The injured sheriff's deputy was taken to the hospital where the officer later died. The officer's name has not yet been released in order to further notify family members.

The suspect was later found dead inside the house. KTVN-TV reported that it is unclear at this time how the suspect died.

The Record-Courier reported that officers did find an injured woman on the way to the house where they encountered the suspect.

Officers removed three children from the home ranging in ages from eight to 13.

Wives of other Carson City officers will hold a vigil Saturday night for the slain officer, KTVN reported.

This is a breaking news story.