Man who killed US officers shot dead

Published: 6:01AM Wednesday December 02, 2009 Source: Newstalk ZB

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Police in Seattle have shot dead the man responsible for killing four police officers in a cafe.

Maurice Clemmons was shot and killed by a lone patrolman investigating a stolen car.

It's believed he was the man who shot dead four police officers who were about to start their shift earlier in the week.

Police have now turned their attention to the group which helped Clemmons while he was on the run.

So far, four people have been arrested for allegedly helping the suspect during a massive two-day manhunt.

Clemmons was carrying a handgun he took from one of the dead officers when a Seattle policeman recognised him near a stolen car.

Deputy police chief Jim Pugel says their investigation is far from over.

He says Clemmons received extensive help while he was on the run, such as medical attention and cash, and those involved are going to pay for it.

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