As previously reported by the Star, after Petrie shot Hong he attempted to steal the officer’s handgun but couldn’t get past the holster’s safety mechanism. After shooting Hong, Petrie shot another man in the stomach and stole his black SUV. Details of Petrie’s criminal record, including from his parole documents, were previously reported by the Star. Police say Petrie shot Hong at close range inside a Mississauga Tim Hortons around 2:15 p.m. Monday, a killing they called an “ambush.”Hong, who was in full uniform and had been instructing a motorcycle course, was found dead inside the restaurant, police said. Another 10 Halton officers and seven Hamilton officers have been identified as witnesses.

Source: thestar September 16, 2022 02:22 UTC