A police officer was fatally shot while on duty at a North Carolina hospital on Saturday. Officer Roger Smith was reportedly shot while he was "protecting patients and their families" at WakeMed in Garner, located just outside of Raleigh. Authorities confirmed that a person of interest is in custody and stated there is no ongoing threat to the public.

North Carolina Governor Josh Stein expressed his condolences on social media, stating, "Law enforcement officers put themselves in harm's way to keep us safe, and we are forever grateful for Officer Smith's sacrifice. Please pray for his family and the entire WakeMed community in their time of need."

The town of Garner also released a statement mourning the loss of Officer Smith. They extended their "heartfelt sympathies to his family, friends, colleagues, and fellow officers." The community is coming together to support those affected by this tragic incident, highlighting the risks law enforcement officers face daily in their commitment to public safety.