Heroic Chickamauga Police Officer Dies After Injuries in Tragic Murder-Suicide Incident

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Chickamauga police Officer Charles Dunn III, 52, passed away on Thursday night after being critically injured in a murder-suicide incident that occurred on Saturday. Dunn was off duty when he was shot while attempting to intervene in the attack by Russell David Payne, who killed his estranged wife and her father before taking his own life. A ceremonial "honor walk" was held for Dunn, who had a 28-year career in law enforcement, and the city of Chickamauga expressed deep sorrow over his loss, highlighting his selflessness and dedication to serving others.