SWAT Sniper Ends Kenner Standoff, Kills Suspect

In a tense standoff in Kenner, Louisiana, three police officers were wounded by gunfire as they attempted to apprehend Matthew Lathers, 31, a suspect wanted for a previous shooting. The incident escalated when Lathers barricaded himself inside a home, leading to a standoff with law enforcement. During the confrontation, Lathers shot and wounded the officers, prompting a police sniper to fatally shoot him. Two civilians were also shot during the incident. The standoff concluded with Lathers' death and the hospitalization of the wounded officers and civilians. The incident has sparked discussions on the use of force and the risks faced by law enforcement officers in the line of duty.