Three US police officers shot in Baton Rouge: Media

According to sources, a gunman holding an assault rifle shot at least 7 policemen

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LSU Police armed with rifles several blocks away from the scene. Photo tweeted by ?@MVinsanau
AFPPTI Washington
Last Updated : Jul 17 2016 | 9:24 PM IST
At least three police officers have been shot in Louisiana today, US media reported.

"They are in extremely bad shape," WAFB television reported of the officers.

The station aired video footage of police responding to the scene in Baton Rouge. Multiple shots could be heard as civilian cars quickly backed away.

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First Published: Jul 17 2016 | 9:02 PM IST

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