Arizona Deputy Dragged by Car, Shot Before Returning Fire

Arizona Deputy Dragged by Car, Shot Before Returning Fire
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Jack Phillips
Jack Phillips
Breaking News Reporter
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A  deputy was dragged and shot by a suspect in his vehicle in Pima County, Arizona, on Tuesday afternoon before the deputy returned fire, killing him.

Deputy Jose Velasco approached the driver, who then accelerated his vehicle, dragging the deputy, KVOA reported.
Jack Phillips
Jack Phillips
Breaking News Reporter
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