HAYWARD (KRON) — KRON 4 was first on the scene of a deadly officer shooting Wednesday morning that took the life of Sergeant Scott Lunger.

48-year-old Lunger was a newly appointed Sergeant and father of two girls, who was an active member of the community, according to Hayward police.AUDIO: HAYWARD SHOOTING

The incident happened at 3:15 a.m. on the corner of Myrtle and Lion Streets in Hayward when officers pulled over a white truck, according to police.

Lunger was involved in a shooting, according to police dispatch audio.SLIDESHOW: OFFICER KILLED IN THE LINE OF DUTY

Hundreds mourn the death of beloved Lunger who was killed in the line of duty.

Social media sent out condolences to the fallen officer.