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McCollum Statement on Attack on Des Moines Police Officers

November 2, 2016

Congresswoman Betty McCollum (DFL-Minn.) released the following statement about this morning’s attack that killed two police officers in Des Moines, Iowa:

“This morning we awoke to the horrific and shocking news that two Des Moines area police officers were ambushed and killed in the line of duty.

This attack is another reminder that men and women in law enforcement put their lives on the line to protect our families every day. I am grateful for their dedicated service — especially those local law enforcement officers who apprehended the suspect in this attack. My thoughts and prayers are with the fallen officers’ families, loved ones and colleagues.

Americans must stand united to build safe and non-violent communities for our citizens and our police officers.”