MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) -- Local leaders and law enforcement agencies throughout southeastern Wisconsin and beyond are reacting to the news of Milwaukee Police Officer Kendall Corder's death.

Officer Corder was shot and injured while responding to a weapons call Thursday.  MPD confirmed he died of his injuries Sunday.

Milwaukee County Sheriff Denita Ball wrote:

"The Milwaukee County Sheriff’s Office joins our partner, the Milwaukee Police Department in mourning the loss of MPD Officer Kendall Corder. Every day, men and women across Milwaukee, Milwaukee County, and the nation, don uniforms and badges and charge headfirst towards danger — not because they have to but because they are willing to sacrifice everything in pursuit of public safety. Officer Corder represented the best of us. May he rest in peace."

The Department of Emergency Communications said:

"Our hearts go out to Officer Corder’s family, friends, and colleagues during this incredibly difficult time. We understand the immense sacrifice that law enforcement officers make every day to protect our community, and this loss is a stark and painful reminder of the dangers they face.

We are heartbroken by the news of this devastating loss. Our dispatchers work hand-in-hand with Milwaukee's police officers, and we stand in solidarity with the Milwaukee Police Department and offer our unwavering support."