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Woman dies after officer-involved shooting in Duchesne County

This is a developing story. ABC4 will update this post as new information becomes available.

DUCHESNE COUNTY, Utah (ABC4) — A woman died after an officer-involved shooting in Duchesne County over the weekend.

The woman — identified as the suspect in a reported domestic violence case — was shot after allegedly answering the door to Duchesne County deputies and pointing a handgun at an officer. She died at the scene, despite lifesaving efforts by first responders.

Officials first responded to the scene around 9:30 p.m. on Saturday, May 10, after receiving reports of domestic violence. The woman was reportedly carrying a handgun when she answered the door.

“Deputies ordered her to drop the weapon,” the Duchesne County Sheriff’s Office said on Monday. “The suspect raised the handgun and pointing it at the deputy. The deputy fired at her striking her in the chest.”

The State Bureau of Investigation is looking into the case. Officials said no names have been released, pending the notification of family members.

There is no further information at this time.

Support for victims and survivors of domestic violence is available 24/7: 1-800-897-LINK (5465). If you or someone else is in immediate danger, or in an emergency, please call 911 immediately.

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