Police Officer Roger Smith

Roger Smith

Police Officer Roger Smith was shot and killed at the Emergency Department of the WakeMed Garner Healthplex at approximately 9 a.m.

Officer Smith was working in the hospital emergency department when a struggle ensued, and Officer Smith was shot. Immediate life-saving efforts were performed by medical staff before Officer Smith was transported to WakeMed Raleigh; however, he succumbed to his wounds later that morning.

The shooter was shot and wounded before being apprehended. He was charged with murder.

Officer Smith had served with the WakeMed Campus Police & Public Safety Department for 14 years and previously served with the Knightdale Police Department for 16 years. He also volunteered as a firefighter. He was survived by his two daughters, mother, brother, granddaughter, and long-time partner.