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Seely says when officers get into situations like they did on Wednesday night the goal is to slow down the situation and not make the wanted person feel threatened.

The investigation continues Today.

So if you see more police in your neighborhood now you know why.

Department officials urge people to check out the Yakima Police Department Facebook and Twitter pages and list concerns

Whenever a homicide is reported in Yakima, officers who first arrive first secure the scene and make any arrests.

The training teaches officers techniques to help de escalate every situation officers face.

Authorities say Rodriguez is expected to be released from the hospital in Seattle within the next several days and eventually returned to the Yakima area to face charges.

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The Yakima Valley Special Investigative Unit is now handling the investigation.

The Yakima Valley Special Investigative Unit is now investigating the incident.