Corporal Jacai David Colson, age 28

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Lost to gun violence on March 13, 2016 in Hyattsville, Maryland.

Undercover police officer killed by friendly fire during shootout.

Photo sources:

• Mar 14: WATE 6 On Your Side: Maryland officer dead in shooting near police station; answers sought

News sources:

• Mar 14: Maryland Police: Officer Killed By Friendly Fire In Ambush
• WJLA: Police: 3 brothers in custody in connection with 'unprovoked attack' that killed officer
• baltimoresun.com: Prince George's County officer killed; suspects in custody
• WTOP: Prince George's Co. police officer dies after shooting; 2 in custody
• The Washingtion Times: Active shooter reported at Prince George’s County police station in Landover, Md.
• Gun Violence Archive

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