This incident will likely become a lesson in police academies around the country under the heading of “Don’t Let This Happen To You.”
There it is.
Rule # 1 - Secure the scene.
Rule # 2 - Identify the threat.
If in doubt, see Rule #1.
RIP Deputy Hopper.
Now, about her partner being out from cover, no body armor and taking a round....See Rule # 1.