OLIVEHURST, CA – A Marysville police officer was fatally wounded Wednesday morning while serving a search warrant in a residential Olivehurst neighborhood, marking a devastating loss for local law enforcement. The shooting occurred around 7:50 a.m. on Kestrel Court during a multi-agency operation, leaving both the officer and suspect deceased.
According to preliminary reports, the officer was struck by gunfire during the warrant service and immediately transported to a nearby medical facility. Despite emergency treatment, the officer succumbed to injuries. Authorities have not disclosed the officer’s identity pending family notification, nor have they revealed specific details about the warrant being served or what precipitated the deadly confrontation.
The Yuba County Sheriff’s Office confirmed the suspect involved in the shooting is also deceased. While investigators have not specified whether the suspect died from police return fire or other means, they assured the public there is no continuing threat to community safety. Multiple law enforcement agencies remain on scene processing evidence and interviewing witnesses.
In a moving show of respect, officers from surrounding agencies organized a solemn procession through downtown Marysville, with dozens of patrol vehicles activating their emergency lights in tribute to their fallen colleague. The visual display of solidarity drew emotional responses from community members who lined the streets to honor the sacrifice.
California Assemblymember James Gallagher expressed profound sorrow on social media, stating: “Our hearts break for this brave officer’s family, friends and fellow officers.” Local officials are preparing to release more information about memorial arrangements as the department begins the painful process of mourning one of their own.
This tragic incident marks the first line-of-duty death for the Marysville Police Department in recent years. The California Department of Justice has joined the investigation, which remains active as authorities work to reconstruct the sequence of events that led to the deadly encounter. Counseling services are being made available to officers and first responders affected by the traumatic event.
