The suspect — Michael Parker, 28, of Lorain — was pronounced dead at the scene after the shooting. According to the Elyria Police Department, officers returned fire during the exchange, which ultimately resulted in Parker sustaining a fatal injury.

Three Lorain officers were ambushed and shot, leaving two critically injured. The suspect, Michael Parker, died at the scene. The motive is under investigation, with initial concerns of a second shooter later dismissed.

Payne was one of three officers shot by a suspect during an ambush on Wednesday. One of the officers, Phillip Wagner, later died.