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Friese was charged with two counts of attempted first-degree murder, aggravated battery with a firearm, aggravated discharge of a firearm, and unlawful use or possession of weapons by a felon.

The officer's injury was described as "a through-and-through gunshot wound." The officer was taken to an area hospital and has been released.

Anyone with additional information is asked to contact the Granite City Police at (618) 877-6111.