Officer Andrew Duarte, 30, was shot and killed while responding to a crisis at UPMC Memorial Hospital, where a gunman had taken staff hostage. His funeral is set for Friday, livestreamed but closed to the public, allowing only family, friends, and law enforcement members. The gunman, Diogenes Archangel-Ortiz, had earlier wounded multiple individuals before being killed by responding officers. Authorities confirmed the actions taken by police were justified, as they potentially saved more lives despite the tragic loss of Officer Duarte.
"It is absolutely clear and beyond any and all doubt that the officers were justified in taking their action and using deadly force, ... they potentially saved even more lives."
"A police funeral procession will precede the service, which will be limited to family, friends, and sworn members of law enforcement."
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