NC SWAT officer killed when stun grenade detonates

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) - Police in North Carolina say a SWAT officer was securing a stun grenade known as a "flash-bang" at his home when it exploded, killing him.
Charlotte Police Chief Rodney Monroe says 50-year-old Fred Thornton suffered massive internal injuries when the grenade detonated Friday. Police say a preliminary investigation showed Thornton had been working to make sure his equipment was safe. He underwent surgery at a hospital and later died.

NC SWAT officer killed when stun grenade detonates - WAFB Channel 9, Baton Rouge, LA |


Wow. RIP sir.

Damn. Rest easy, brother.

Rest in peace.

That sucks. Rest in Peace.

RIP my Brother

R.I.P. Brother.......

RIP :(

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Rest in peace, Ofc. Thornton. Condolences to family , friends and colleagues.