Phoenix city officials mourned the death of Phoenix Police Officer Zane Coolidge, who died from gunshot wounds on Friday, in a news release published the same day.

It was with deep sadness and a heavy heart, Interim Phoenix Police Chief Michael Sullivan announced Coolidge’s death, the release stated.

“Officer Coolidge’s family is dealing with unimaginable grief. We will do everything we can to help them through their darkest hours, and we pledge that they will always be a part of the Phoenix Police Family. I ask that you keep them in your thoughts and prayers,” Chief Sullivan said when sharing with the community the news of Coolidge’s death.

Coolidge was a husband, father, son, brother, friend and a dedicated and beloved member of the Phoenix Police Department, department officials said.

“I am devastated by the tragic loss of Officer Zane Coolidge, who lost his life while keeping the rest of us safe from harm,” stated Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego. “I know that our entire community is mourning this loss, and on behalf of the City, I extend my deepest condolences to Officer Coolidge’s family and friends and his brothers and sisters in the Phoenix Police Department.  We will forever honor and remember his bravery and selfless service to our community.”

On Tuesday evening, Coolidge was with Officer Matthew Haney when they responded to a call of a man trying to break into a vehicle near 16th Street and McDowell. When they approached the man, he ran off, firing at the officers, hitting them both. The officers were rushed to the hospital, while others responded and took the suspect into custody.

Haney was released from the hospital the next day, protected from more serious injury by his ballistic vest.

“Officer Coolidge has been surrounded by loved ones and blanketed in the prayers of this community since Tuesday night’s shooting,” said Chief Sullivan. “The injuries he sustained after the cowardly acts of another were too much for him to overcome. His legacy will forever be a part of the Phoenix Police Department.”

Coolidge served five years with the Phoenix Police Department. He represents the best of the Department, police officials said, working as a certified Field Training Officer in the Mountain View Precinct, training those who have just graduated from the academy.

“This is a sad day for the City of Phoenix as we mourn the loss of one of our own,” stated City Manager Jeff Barton. “Our hearts go out to the family of Officer Coolidge. Our City grieves with you. Your husband, brother, son and father died a hero, unselfishly sacrificing his life to fulfill his duty to protect and serve.”