A Greenville police officer died after he was shot multiple times and returned fire, hitting a suspect, Greenville police confirmed. Officer Cooper Dawson died Tuesday morning after he was shot while pursuing a suspect, according to an updated press release from the Greenville Police Department. Around 7:40 p.m. Monday, Nov. 25 in the 3500 block of Pickett Street, Dawson initiated a traffic stop which led to an on-foot pursuit of the suspect, the department said. While chasing the suspect, Dawson was shot multiple times and returned fire despite his critical injuries, the release stated. Both the officer and the suspect were taken to Hunt County Regional Hospital, according to the Greenville Police Department. Officer Dawson was later airlifted to Medical City Plano, where he succumbed to his injuries, the department said Tuesday morning. Police did not release information about the condition or identity of the suspect. "We are heartbroken over the loss of Officer Cooper Dawson, who selflessly put his life on the line to serve and protect our community," said Greenville Police Chief Chris Smith. "We ask that you keep Officer Dawson’s family, our department, and the Greenville community in your thoughts and prayers during this incredibly difficult time." UPDATED STORY HERE: https://www.wfaa.com/article/news/crime/greenville-police-officer-suspect-both-shot-texas/287-c397e671-ddd0-4a95-a8a8-eb6caf21d575