This compilation of Washington DC Police bodycam footage depicts a rookie police officer in a chaotic gunfight. This incident stemmed from a report of the suspect, 33-year-old Arthur Porter, arguing with two women whilst armed. As of this incident, the officer had less than a month in service, having graduated the Metropolitan Academy on September 29, 2023. He is still in the Field Training Officer (FTO) portion of his training. Having said that, check out how he manages his weapon versus this cop in Chicago. In addition to the serious injury sustained by the rookie officer, two other cops were injured. The other two officers were released after treatment, with the rookie remaining stable in the hospital. Porter did not survive the incident, despite aid rendered.

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