Shootout

Barnes is running as an independent candidate in next week's general election, while Kozak is the GOP nominee. Democrat Jess Fresquez is also on the ballot.

A Colorado man is behind bars following a high-speed chase and shootout with a Wyoming Highway Patrol trooper.

According to the post, the driver refused to get out of the vehicle, and instead started shooting at police.

A shootout in Lander Friday afternoon left a suspect dead and a trooper injured, according to the Wyoming Highway Patrol.

The Lovell Police Department reported on Sunday that a suspect has been arrested, and the victim is in "critical but stable condition," following an early morning shooting on Sunday, December 20.

The Natrona County Sheriff's Office made the announcement Monday afternoon. No further details were released.

A total of 54 law enforcement officers from local and statewide agencies assisted in the immediate response and investigation.

Next of kin has been notified and an autopsy will be performed.

No officers were hurt in the shootout.

Officer Mark Ehlman received the Medal of Valor and Officer Geff Mims received the Meritorious Service Award.