Cape Cod Police Officer Murder: Massachusetts 'Heartbroken'

BARNSTABLE, MA — Massachusetts was left "heartbroken" Thursday after authorities said a Cape Cod police officer was gunned down by a career criminal during a raid in Barnstable. Police said Sean Gannon, a 32-year-old K-9 officer from Yarmouth, was shot in the head by Thomas Latanowich, 29, of Somerville, during the execution of a search warrant in the village of Marstons Mills.

Latanowich was arrested following the shooting. His criminal record includes more than 100 charges.

In a statement, Governor Charlie Baker said the state was "heartbroken."

"(Massachusetts) is blessed to have courageous men & women who put their lives on the line to protect our communities every day," Baker tweeted. "My thoughts and prayers are with his family."

Gannon's dog, Nero, was also shot, authorities said. The dog survived emergency surgery and was listed in stable condition Friday morning at a Cape Cod hospital.

Yarmouth police released this statement:

"With deep sorrow and heavy hearts the Yarmouth Police Department reports the loss of Officer Sean Gannon ... We must tend now to his family and the needs of our department and our community ... We appreciate your love and support and ask that you pray for Sean and all of us who serve."

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Lead photo: Yarmouth police Officer Sean Gannon, who was shot and killed in Barnstable April 12, 2018. (Credit: Office of Governor Charlie Baker)