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Police Shooting in Domestic Disturbance | Kansas City News
A domestic disturbance in Independence escalated into a police shooting Monday night after Saul Maldonado allegedly brandished a gun and threatened officers on South McCoy Street. The victim, who reported Maldonado as drunk and physically assaulting them, was safely removed before officers confronted Maldonado, who then pointed a firearm at them. Police returned fire, wounding Maldonado in the arm—no officers were hurt. He now faces felony charges including unlawful weapon use and domestic assault, with a $100,000 cash bond set. This incident underscores the high-stakes risks law enforcement…
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