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WASHINGTON STATE TROOPER SHOT, SUSPECT WANTED

Sunday, February 14th, 2010

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Washington State Patrol is on the hunt for a man who shot at a Long Beach Trooper early Saturday morning.  According to the most recent release and wanted poster, 25 year veteran Trooper Scott Johnson was recording the contents of a vehicle along State Route 103 near 12th when a suspect walked up, pulled out a small caliber handgun, and fired it twice.  One of the bullets struck Trooper Johnson in the head. Although injured, he was able to return fire.  Authorities do not know if the suspect was hit or injured. 

Trooper Johnson has been serving his community since 1984.  According to the release, the driver of the vehicle that Trooper Johnson was doing inventory on had been arrested for DWI.  Authorities need any witnesses to this crime to come forward.  Please call:  (800) 283-7808

Race: White male

Age:  35-40

Weight:  185 – 200

Complexion: light tan

Last seen wearing:  A dark colored insulated shirt and knit cap

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