Accused Yarmouth Police Shooter Texts 'I Killed A Cop': Report

YARMOUTH, MA — The man accused of murdering a Yarmouth police officer last month admitted to the crime in texts to his girlfriend minutes after the shooting, according to a new report. The incident unfolded April 12 as Yarmouth police Officer Sean Gannon, his K-9 Nero and six Barnstable and Yarmouth officers tried to arrest Thomas Latanowich for a probation violation at a Blueberry Lane residence in Marstons Mills.

Latanowich was hiding behind insulation in the attic and shot Gannon and his K-9 after Gannon removed the insulation, according to prosecutors.

"I killed a cop. I shot a K-9," Latanowich texted his girlfriend, according to a Massachusetts State Police report obtained by WHDH.

Latanowich eventually surrendered. Gannon, who was shot in the head, was transported to Cape Cod Hospital, where he was pronounced dead.

Latanowich was charged with murder and mistreating a police dog.

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Photo: Thomas Latanowich. (Credit: Yarmouth Police Department)