Crime
1 injured in shooting incident near Sinclair Drive, suspect in custody
The Livingston Parish Sheriff’s Office (LPSO) is currently investigating a shooting incident that occurred in the vicinity of Sinclair Drive.
As you may have noticed, a significant number of LPSO deputies have been deployed to the area to address the situation.
One male individual sustained a non-life-threatening injury to his leg during the incident.
The suspected shooter has been taken into custody and is currently being held.
While the investigation is still ongoing, our preliminary findings suggest that the shooting was a result of a domestic disturbance between family members.
Both LPSO Uniform Patrol officers and detectives are actively working to gather information and evidence related to the case.
Please expect to see a continued presence of law enforcement in the area as the investigation progresses.
BARTOW, FL — Authorities are investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred at 120 Polk Street East in Bartow.
The incident resulted in three individuals sustaining gunshot wounds, including a Bartow Police Department (BPD) officer, a public safety aide (PSA) officer, and the suspect involved.
Emergency medical services were immediately requested at the scene to provide critical aid to all three gunshot victims.
The conditions of the injured individuals have not yet been released.
The circumstances leading up to the shooting remain under investigation.
Law enforcement officials have secured the area as forensic teams and investigators begin processing the scene.
Additional information, including the identities of those involved and any potential charges, is expected to be released as the investigation progresses.
Authorities are asking the public to avoid the area and allow emergency crews to continue their response efforts without obstruction.