Two Officers Injured in Shooting on Busy Freeway - Update

TLDRTwo officers were injured in a shooting on a busy freeway. One officer was shot during a struggle with a suicidal suspect, while the other was injured in a traffic collision at the scene. Both officers are receiving treatment and their injuries appear to be non-life-threatening.

Key insights

🔫One officer was shot during a struggle with a suicidal suspect.

🚗The second officer was injured in a traffic collision at the same scene.

💪Both officers are currently being treated at UMC and their injuries appear to be minor.

👮‍♂️This incident serves as a reminder of the dangers that police officers face on a daily basis.

🚔Police are asking the public for any photos or videos of the incident to aid in the investigation.

Q&A

What happened to the officers?

One officer was shot during a struggle with a suicidal suspect, while the other was injured in a traffic collision at the scene.

Are the officers' injuries life-threatening?

No, their injuries appear to be minor and they are currently receiving treatment at UMC.

What was the cause of the shooting?

The shooting occurred during a violent struggle between police and a suspect. The suspect was believed to be suicidal.

Are there any road closures as a result of the incident?

The area on US Highway 95 where the incident occurred was temporarily closed, but the closures are expected to be lifted soon.

How can the public help with the investigation?

Police are asking for any photos or videos of the incident to be sent in for investigation.

Timestamped Summary

00:00Two officers were injured in a shooting on a busy freeway.

00:09One officer was shot during a struggle with a suicidal suspect.

00:56The second officer was injured in a traffic collision at the scene.

01:23Both officers are currently being treated at UMC and their injuries appear to be minor.

01:32This incident serves as a reminder of the dangers that police officers face on a daily basis.

02:22Police are asking the public for any photos or videos of the incident to aid in the investigation.