Kannapolis Firefighter Suspended After Deadly Shooting

WCCB Charlotte,

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CONCORD, NC —Β A Kannapolis firefighter is suspended with pay after police say he shot and killed a driver who followed him.

Concord Police say David Pittarelli was following Ryan Cochran and his girlfriend for several miles on Concord Salisbury Road, just before 10:00 Thursday night. Β After pulling into a neighborhood, Cochran and Pittarelli got into a fight. Β That’s when Pittarelli was shot. Β So far, no charges have been filed.

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“We’re still investigating,” said Concord Police Major Gary Hatley. Β “Once we’re finished with our investigation, we’ll consult with the District Attorney.”

We stopped by Cochran’s house Friday night, but no one answered. Β Police do not believe the two knew each other. Β They’re still trying to figure out why Pittarelli was following Cochran.