Floyd County Prosecutor Keith Henderson has released the radio transmissions between Officer Joel White and dispatchers during the deadly shooting that claimed the life of Officer Frank Denzinger and left Officer White seriously injured. Officer White calmly relays information to dispatchers regarding the location of the shooter, and the type of gun he might be using. The stricken officer is on the ground, behind his car, still stressing the need to secure the front of the house and protect other officers from fire. He warns Dispatch that me may be sinking into unconsciousness, and he expresses concern for Officer Denzinger.
In a written statement, Floyd County Prosecutor Keith Henderson hailed White's actions, stating: "Deputy White performed in an exemplary manner. Even with his serious injury, he maintained calmness and clear thinking, which resulted in the protection of other officers arriving to assist.