South Fulton Police Lieutenant Shows Remarkable Recovery After Being Shot in Line of Duty
A South Fulton police lieutenant, Charles Cook, who was shot in the line of duty on April 18, is currently hospitalized and walking with assistance, according to department officials. Cook was injured when he and another officer attempted to stop a man, identified as Rashan Jarvis Cofield, who opened fire, striking Cook multiple times before being killed by returning gunfire. This incident follows a tragic week for South Fulton police, which included the death of Lt. Helio Garcia in a separate on-duty crash.
Lt. Charles Cook of South Fulton, shot on April 18, is now walking with assistance in the hospital, showing positive recovery. This incident, linked to a jaywalking stop involving suspect Rashan Jarvis Cofield, marks a troubling week for Atlanta law enforcement, following the tragic death of Officer Helio Garcia.
Source: ATL Newsroom