An Albuquerque police cadet was tragically killed in a domestic violence incident Tuesday afternoon, authorities said.
32-year-old Taylor Hagan was fatally shot by her 41-year-old husband Briton Hagan who then turned the gun on himself.
Taylor was 17 weeks into the 26-week course, training to become an Albuquerque Police officer when her life was cut short.
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“Taylor was working hard to meet the challenges of becoming an APD officer,” said Police Chief Medina said.
“She chose to serve the community as a police officer and keep the community safe.”
“My sincere condolences go out to her family and loved ones on behalf of the entire APD family.”