HOBBS, N.M. (AP) - A Lovington police officer has been cleared for shooting at a burglary suspect during an October 2017 shooting.
The Hobbs News-Sun reports that the Fifth Judicial District Attorney’s Office won’t pursue charges against officer Shawn Glashauckas (glah-SHAU’-kahs) after an investigation found the officer acted appropriately.
Authorities say Glashauckas opened fire at a burglary suspect who had escape police custody. Police say the suspect was arrested after a short foot pursuit and was not hit by gunfire.
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Lovington Police Chief David Rodriguez says he was pleased with the outcome of the investigation.
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Information from: Hobbs News-Sun, http://www.hobbsnews.com
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