Missouri officer shot while responding to burglary call

By Jennifer Cruz

Police say the home was left with extensive damage from the burglary and subsequent shooting. (Photo: The Kansas City Star)
An police officer in Independence, Missouri, is fighting for his life after he was shot in the head Wednesday morning while responding to a call about a burglary.
The Independence Police Department identified the injured officer as Thomas Wagstaff, a 15-year veteran. He underwent emergency surgery and, as of late Wednesday night, remains in critical condition.
According to a news release, officers responded to the burglary-in-progress call at 9:43 a.m. and upon arrival, were fired upon by the suspects who were attempting to flee from the scene. Officers returned fire, but there were no reports of the suspects suffering injuries.
Following the exchange of gunfire, Wagstaff was rushed to a local hospital, while the suspects led officers on a pursuit in a vehicle that was stolen from the house where the burglary occurred. The Kansas City Star reported that during the pursuit one of the suspects bailed from the vehicle and attempted to flee on foot. A short time later police apprehended both suspects.
At the request of the Independence Police Department, the investigation is being led by the Kansas City Police Department. The identities

Source: Guns.com